While Reviewing the White Blood Cell Count Differential for a Patient

question 26

Multiple Choice

While reviewing the white blood cell count differential for a patient, the nurse notes that the basophil count is elevated. Which of the following does this laboratory value indicate to the nurse?

• A)The patient is experiencing an acute hypersensitivity reaction.
• B)The patient has a gastrointestinal infection.
• C)The patient is fighting a tuberculosis infection.
• D)The patient is fighting cancer.

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