Hi Sir, my child blood report shows a total count of 18,900 per cumm. Does this indicate an infection in the blood? Please advise. The typhoid range is 1:160 TO, TH.

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Dr Rohinipriyanka Pondugula

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A high total leukocyte count like 18,900 suggests infection. Typhoid titer of 1:160 is borderline and could indicate early typhoid or a past infection. Clinical symptoms and repeat testing may help clarify the diagnosis.

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