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Abstract

Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF) is still a major problem in the world. It diagnosis is based on clinical and supporting examinations including leukocytes and platelets examinations, as well as antigen and antibody tests for dengue virus. Prompt and early diagnosis will reduce the risk of disease severity. Examination of lymphocytes and atypical lymphocytes are done to strengthen the diagnosis of dengue hemorrhagic fever patients. Lymphocytes in dengue hemorrhagic fever have their own characteristics and roles in relation to the body's immune system. Lymphoctes and atypical lymphocyes are increased in DHF patients. In this review, the characteristics and role of lymphocytes and atypical lymphocytes are described in dengue hemorrhagic fever. K E Y W O R D S Dengue Lymphoctes Atypical lymphoctes Dengue hemorrhagic fever (DHF)