Lab value · WBC
White Blood Cells in cats, explained
WBC counts infection-fighting white blood cells.
What a higher white blood cells can mean
A higher count can reflect infection, inflammation or stress.
What a lower white blood cells can mean
A lower count can have several causes worth discussing.
Questions to ask your vet
Ask your vet
- Is there any sign of infection?
Decode your cat’s WBC
Enter your cat’s values and get a plain-English summary, IRIS reference bars and questions for your vet.
Frequently asked questions
What is White Blood Cells in a cat blood test?
WBC counts infection-fighting white blood cells.
What does a high white blood cells mean in cats?
A higher count can reflect infection, inflammation or stress.
What does a low white blood cells mean in cats?
A lower count can have several causes worth discussing.
What is a normal white blood cells level for a cat?
A typical feline reference interval is about Example only: 2.8 – 17.0 K/µL. Use the range printed on your cat’s report — it differs between labs., but every lab sets its own range. The range printed on your cat’s report is the one to use.
The KidneyPaw app
See every lab, decoded, and how the numbers change.
KidneyPaw decodes lab reports in plain English, looks up the phosphorus in any food, and keeps meds and fluids on track for the whole family. Free to start.