The myeloid leukocytoses

Postgrad Med. 1980 Jan;67(1):219-21, 224-6, 229. doi: 10.1080/00325481.1980.11715350.

Abstract

In this article, qualitative and quantitative aspects of the "benign" myeloid leukocytoses are discussed. Although leukemia has been excluded from the discussion, it is clear that the so-called benign myeloid leukocytoses may on occasion reflect malignant disease--notably of the solid tumor variety. Absolute counts, left shifts, and leukemoid reactions are reexamined and their diagnostic nuances analyzed.

MeSH terms

  • Basophils
  • Humans
  • Leukemoid Reaction / diagnosis
  • Leukocyte Count
  • Leukocytosis / diagnosis*
  • Leukocytosis / etiology
  • Monocytes
  • Myeloproliferative Disorders / diagnosis
  • Neoplasms / diagnosis
  • Neutrophils