Hematology

Monocytes (DC)

Normal Range
2% - 8%
Sample Type
Standard
Fasting
No
Unit
%

Monocytes are the largest type of white blood cell and serve as the precursors to macrophages. As part of the Differential Count (DC), the percentage of monocytes helps identify chronic inflammatory states, recovery phases of acute infections, and certain hematologic malignancies like CMML.

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Why Context Matters

Isolated monocytosis (high count) is non-specific. It can be a transient response to a resolving infection or a sign of a chronic condition like Tuberculosis, Sarcoidosis, or autoimmune diseases. Interpretation requires correlation with the absolute monocyte count and other WBC components.

Lab ranges are statistical averages, not biological laws. "Normal" for a 20-year-old male isn't normal for a 60-year-old female.

Clinical References

Source-of-truth databases and clinical guidelines for Monocytes (DC):

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