Is High Immature Granulocyte Count A Cause For Concern?

Posted on Sun, 22 Mar 2015

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Question : I am 74 years old. A very recent blood test indicated that I have a high immature granulocyte count (1.4). Should I be concerned?

Answered by Dr. S. Samanta (21 minutes later)

Brief Answer:
YES, THIS IS A CAUSE FOR CONCERN!

Detailed Answer:
Dear Sir,

Thanks for your query!

Before answering, I would like to ask you to share the complete blood/hemogram report for a better opinion but as such, presence of immature granulocytes or granulocytic precursors could be relatd to following causes:

1. severe infections

2. leukemoid reactions

3. radiation or chemotherapy

4. certain drugs

5. leukemia

6. infiltration of bone marrow by cancer

Therefore, please send us your detailed reports and case history if available ASAP.

WISHING YOU GOOD HEALTH,

Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Prasad