What is another word for leucocytosis?
Pronunciation: [lˌuːkəsɪtˈə͡ʊsɪs] (IPA) 
Leucocytosis is a medical condition where the white blood cell count in the body increases above the normal level. There are several synonyms for this condition. Leukocytosis, leukemoid reaction, hyperleukocytosis, and leukostasis are some of the common synonyms used. The term leukocytosis is derived from the Greek words leukos, meaning white, and kytos, meaning cell. Leukemoid reaction is a term used to describe a condition in which there is an excessive response to an infection or other conditions that mimic leukemia. Hyperleukocytosis refers to a very high level of white blood cells, while leukostasis pertains to the stagnant flow of white blood cells in blood vessels that may cause complications.
