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Can Blood Report Have Altered Readings Due To Pneumonia?

Hi, I had some blood test last week, I have been in hospital for lung problems, and when I saw the specialist yesterday, I was given an appointment for the gynie unit, as I was told I had a reading that was high in the blood test, that must have shown some abnormality.



I cant remamber what it was, and I have been given an appointment for 9th March, which has worried me as it does seem very soon.

The doctor did say that the reading could be altered by my having pnumonia, but I am quite worried, I am 54 and have not had a period for about 30 months, I had a smear test about 2 years ago and all clear. Could you give me more information on what the blood tests could have revealed? thank you
Mon, 23 Mar 2015
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Pediatrician, Hematology Oncology 's  Response
most likely your blood report is showing high WBC related to pneumonia. its usual to get high WBC with infections as these are cells to fight the infection.
if your doctor has not sounded any alarm, dont worry.
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Can Blood Report Have Altered Readings Due To Pneumonia?

most likely your blood report is showing high WBC related to pneumonia. its usual to get high WBC with infections as these are cells to fight the infection. if your doctor has not sounded any alarm, dont worry.