Would viral infection affect the lymphocyte and neutrophil values?
Patient's Query
Hi doctor,
I had a viral infection last week. Is it normal to have increased lymphocyte levels of 52% and decreased neutrophil levels of 35% after having a viral infection? It got healed within a week. I was fine when I did my blood test. My RBC and WBC are considered to be normal.
As I have anemia, my platelet levels are high. I am worried. Also, how long should I need to wait for rechecking my blood test? When would these levels of lymphocytes and neutrophils be recovered? Would urinary infections also affect them?
Kindly help.
Hi,
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After having a viral infection, lymphocytosis can persist for seven to ten days. Your low neutrophils are relative, and it is because of increased lymphocytes. Platelets can be high because of inflammation or iron deficiency anemia as a reactive thrombocytosis. Urinary infection can also lead to such a presentation. You can repeat CBC (complete blood count) after a week. Attach your reports to guide you better.
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