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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Normal range 2500–7000 cells/µL (2.5–7 10⁹/L SI). Specimen: Whole blood (EDTA).
Also known as: absolute neutrophils.
| Specimen | Whole blood (EDTA) |
|---|---|
| Conventional range | 2500–7000 cells/µL |
| SI range | 2.5–7 10⁹/L |
| Conversion factor | ×0.001 (conventional → SI) |
| Critical value | < 500 cells/µL is severe neutropenia (high infection risk) |
| Panel | Complete Blood Count (CBC) |
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The standard teaching reference range for Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) is 2500–7000 cells/µL in conventional units, or 2.5–7 10⁹/L in SI units. This value is measured in whole blood (edta).
A commonly taught critical (panic) value is < 500 cells/µL is severe neutropenia (high infection risk). Critical results are reported to the provider immediately under your facility's policy.
Source: Adult reference values compiled from Pagana & Pagana, Mosby's Diagnostic and Laboratory Test Reference, and Fischbach & Dunning, A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population — always use the range printed on the actual result.
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