DLC (Differential Leukocyte Count)

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A blood test that measures the percentage of different types of white blood cells.

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The Differential Leukocyte Count test measures the percentage of each type of leukocyte or white blood cell (WBC) in the blood. This test is a key indicator of WBC abnormalities, such as infections, inflammation, allergies, bone marrow disorders, or autoimmune diseases.

A healthy person's DLC count should fall within a certain range: Neutrophils 40-60%, Lymphocytes 20-40%, Monocyte 2-8%, Eosinophil 1-4% and Basophil up to 1%.

Increased or decreased DLC can also indicate possibility of health conditions of the immune system, autoimmune disorders, and cancers where the body attacks its own cells of the immune system. The normal range of total Leukocyte count (TLC) is 4000 to 11,000 cells/ cubic millimetre of blood.

Frequently Asked Questions

It is used to evaluate immune response and detect infections or blood disorders.

Neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils, and basophils.

It is usually done as part of a Complete Blood Count (CBC).

No, fasting is not required.

They may indicate infection, allergy, inflammation, or hematological disorders.

Patients with fever, infection, immune disorders, or abnormal CBC findings should undergo this test.