Corrected WBC

Name: Corrected WBC
Creator: Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD
Keywords: corrected WBC, nucleated red blood cells, nRBC, leukocyte count, white blood cell, hematology, pediatric

Corrects white blood cell count for nucleated red blood cells (nRBCs)

Clinically Verified· 7 tests

For educational and informational purposes only. Verify all results before clinical application.

WBC (x10³/µL) *

×10³/µL

NRBCs per 100 WBC *

per 100 WBC

Nucleated red blood cells per 100 WBCs. Used to correct the total WBC count when NRBCs are present, as automated counters may count them as leukocytes.

References

Hermansen MC. Nucleated red blood cells in the fetus and newborn. Arch Dis Child Fetal Neonatal Ed. 2001;84(3):F211-F215.[DOI]

Reviewed by Daniel Diaz-Gil, MD · Last updated March 2026

Medical disclaimer

This tool is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not a substitute for professional clinical judgment. Always independently verify results before making clinical decisions.

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