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WBCs are also called ___

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WBCs are also called Leucocytes. They are immune cells which help fight infections and other diseases. Each type of white blood cell plays a different role in protecting the body. The white blood cell count (WBC) is used to help diagnose an infection, inflammatory process, allergies, leukaemia and other immune disorders.

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