While reviewing the white blood cell count differential for a patient, the nurse notes that the basophil count is elevated. Which of the following does this laboratory value indicate to the nurse?
A) The patient is experiencing an acute hypersensitivity reaction.
B) The patient has a gastrointestinal infection.
C) The patient is fighting a tuberculosis infection.
D) The patient is fighting cancer.
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