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Is Absolute Lymphocyte Count Of 3.8 A Cause For Concern?

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Question : Hello, I've had an absolute lymph of 3.1 or higher with the highest being 3.8 for 2 years now. 11.9 hemoglobin, and have taken iron before. Should I be concerned it could be leukemia?
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Answered by Dr. Scott Rebich (1 hour later)
Brief Answer:
It is unlikely

Detailed Answer:
Hi there,

Generally, people with leukemia will have absolute lymphocyte counts that are at least 10. Sometimes leaukemia will have absolute lymphocyte counts in the 50-60.

I would not be concerned if I were you.

Let me know if you have additional questions.
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Is Absolute Lymphocyte Count Of 3.8 A Cause For Concern?

Brief Answer: It is unlikely Detailed Answer: Hi there, Generally, people with leukemia will have absolute lymphocyte counts that are at least 10. Sometimes leaukemia will have absolute lymphocyte counts in the 50-60. I would not be concerned if I were you. Let me know if you have additional questions.