Child blood routine WBC at 16000 is a normal value?

Patient's question:

My child was tested today and found to have a blood routine WBC of around 16,000. Is there any problem?

Doctor's answer:

What size of child is it? For newborns, this value is normal. Could you please tell me the size of the child?
Normal adult white blood cell count: The normal range of white blood cell count in peripheral blood of adults is 4–10 × 10^9/L. If it is less than 4 × 10^9/L, it is considered leukopenia, and if it exceeds 10 × 10^9/L, it is considered leukocytosis.
White blood cell count: The normal range of white blood cell count in peripheral blood of adults is 4–10 × 10^9/L. Leukocytosis indicates infection. It is recommended to go to a regular and professional hospital for examination and treatment.

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