Lymphatic leukemoid reaction is usually seen in the following EXCEPT________________?

Correct answer: C. Lobar pneumonia

  • A. Tuberculosis
  • B. Pertussis
  • C. Lobar pneumonia
  • D. Viral infections

Explanation

Lymphocytic leukemoid reactions occur in pertussis, tuberculosis and many viral infections. Lobar pneumonia typically causes a neutrophilic rather than lymphocytic leukemoid reaction.

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