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What causes a high Eosinophils (%)?

Normal range 1-4 % of WBC (0.01-0.04 fraction SI). Specimen: Whole blood (EDTA). See the full Eosinophils (%) reference page for critical values and nursing considerations.

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Common causes of a high Eosinophils (%)

  • Allergic and atopic disease
  • Parasitic infection
  • Drug reactions
  • Asthma

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What is the normal range for Eosinophils (%)?

The standard teaching reference range for Eosinophils (%) is 1-4 % of WBC in conventional units, or 0.01-0.04 fraction in SI units. This value is measured in whole blood (edta).

Eosinophils (%) reference range and specimen details
SpecimenWhole blood (EDTA)
Conventional range1-4 % of WBC
SI range0.01-0.04 fraction
PanelComplete Blood Count (CBC)

Full details, including nursing considerations, on the Eosinophils (%) normal range page. Reference ranges vary by laboratory, method, age, sex, and population - always use the range printed on the actual result.

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