EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -(hwite blud sel) A type of blood cell that is made in the bone marrow and found in the blood and lymph tissue. White blood cells are part of the body’s immune system. They help the body fight infection and other diseases.

Detailed explanation-2: -The normal number of WBCs in the blood is 4, 500 to 11, 000 WBCs per microliter (4.5 to 11.0 × 109/L). Normal value ranges may vary slightly among different labs. Some labs use different measurements or may test different specimens. Talk to your provider about your test results.

Detailed explanation-3: -Produced in your bone marrow, they defend your body against infections and disease. But, when there are too many white blood cells, it usually means you have infection or inflammation in your body. Less commonly, a high white blood cell count could indicate certain blood cancers or bone marrow disorders.

Detailed explanation-4: -A low white blood cell count usually means your body is not making enough white blood cells. It can increase your risk of getting infections.

Detailed explanation-5: -A white blood count measures the number of white cells in your blood. White blood cells are part of the immune system. They help your body fight off infections and other diseases. When you get sick, your body makes more white blood cells to fight the bacteria, viruses, or other foreign substances causing your illness.