Monocytes
Large white blood cells that mature into tissue macrophages.
What is it
Monocytes are large white blood cells that circulate before maturing into tissue macrophages, which clear debris and participate in immune response.
Why it's measured
Monocyte counts have been used in research and clinical practice in evaluating chronic inflammation and certain blood disorders.
Reference range
Standard laboratory reference
2 – 10% of WBC
Reference ranges vary by laboratory. Your individual reference range will appear on your test report and should be interpreted by your physician in the context of your overall health profile.
What results may indicate
Elevated
Has been associated with chronic inflammation, certain infections, and blood disorders in research literature.
Lower
Has been associated with certain medications and infections in research literature.
These associations are general. They are not a personal diagnosis or prediction. Discuss your individual results with your physician in the context of your full health profile.
When it's measured
Part of standard CBC with differential.
Related markers
Measured in
A complete look at your heart, hormones, metabolism, inflammation, and longevity systems — drawn at Quest or LabCorp, reviewed by a U.S.-licensed physician.
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