Which of the following WBC response would be most consistently noted in an adult with acute appendicitis?
(intra-abdomial abscess caused by bacteria)
A. WBC 5000/mm3, neutrophils 32%, bands 4%
B. WBC 17,500/mm3, neutrophils 72%, bands 10%
C. WBC 14,000/mm3, neutrophils 24%, bands 3%
D. WBC <1000/mm3, neutrophils 52%, bands 6%