Leukocyte count, systemic inflammation, and health status in older adults: a narrative review

Epidemiological and clinical studies suggest that elevated leukocyte count within the normal range can predict cardiovascular and total mortality in older adults. These findings are remarkable because this simple and common laboratory test is included in routine medical check-ups. It is well known t...

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Main Author: Chmielewski Piotr
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Sciendo 2018-03-01
Series:Anthropological Review
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.2478/anre-2018-0007