What does it mean when the blood test shows high levels in leukemia?
Disease description:
A year ago, I was diagnosed with leukemia and have been undergoing treatment ever since. Recently, however, my blood counts have become elevated. So, what could be the reason for high blood counts in leukemia?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Liu Feng
Leukemia is a malignant clonal disease originating from hematopoietic stem cells. Its complex pathogenesis is associated with multiple factors, including biological, physical, and chemical agents, genetic predisposition, and other blood disorders. A high blood count in leukemia typically refers to an abnormally elevated white blood cell count. In leukemia, immature white blood cells (leukemic cells) proliferate uncontrollably in the bone marrow, leading to a significant increase in the total number of white blood cells. These abnormal cells not only increase in number but also exhibit impaired function, rendering them unable to effectively fight infections. Furthermore, the proliferation of leukemic cells suppresses the production of normal blood cells, resulting in anemia and coagulation disorders. Therefore, a high blood count in leukemia patients is an important indicator of disease progression, requiring close monitoring and appropriate treatment.
