Understanding Blood Cell Changes During Infection: What to Expect
White blood cells
When the body is fighting an infection, the number of white blood cells increases. White blood cells are part of the immune system and help to fight off infection by attacking and destroying foreign invaders, such as bacteria and viruses.
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