What Are Common Neonatal Disorders Related to WBCs?
Several neonatal disorders can affect or be indicated by WBC counts:
Neonatal Sepsis: An infection that spreads through the bloodstream, often correlating with elevated WBC counts. Neutropenia: A condition characterized by abnormally low levels of neutrophils, increasing vulnerability to infections. Leukocytosis: An elevated WBC count, which may indicate infection, stress, or other inflammatory conditions. Congenital Infections: Infections present at birth that can alter the WBC count, including conditions like TORCH infections.
