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Can an elevated number of WBC(10.200-12.200) and abs lymphocytes (4.7-5.3) be due to Epstein Barr Virus infection?
I have been having elevated WBC and lymphocytes for more than a year.
I tested for EBV IgM (negative) and EBV IgG positive - 360 (>20) .
If not, what cause can be? I had more tests for infections and they are negative. Also the peripheral blood smear is good.
I am 20 yrs old.
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sweetmelissa Andreea12
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I would imagine that the virus is the cause. Bacterial infections, viral infections, acute inflammation, chronic inflammation, autoimmune disease and even stress can cause a high WBC.I would imagine your doctor is keeping an eye on your levels. He should be retesting you every 3/4 months or so. If your WBC continues to raise higher and higher, than I would suggest to get referred to a specialist, as some more sinister things, such as cancer, can raise your WBC very high.