Leukocyte Band

Leukocytes: what are they?

Leukocytes are white blood cells that protect the body from infections and diseases. They are part of the immune system and are divided into five main types: neutrophils, lymphocytes, monocytes, eosinophils and basophils. The leukocyte formula includes the number of each cell type as a percentage of the total number of leukocytes in the blood. It reflects the state of the body and can change with various diseases and conditions, such as infections, autoimmune diseases, oncology and others. Analysis of the leukocyte formula is very important for diagnosing many diseases and assessing their severity.

Band leukocytes: why are they needed?

Band leukocytes are intermediate stages in the development of certain types of leukocytes. These are young leukocytes at the differentiation stage. This process is due to the structure of the cell nucleus, which has specific elements. When examining blood, band leukocytes are isolated as a percentage of the total number of all leukocytes in the body, which is the norm. A deviation above the norm indicates the presence of infectious diseases. In pregnant women, a high percentage of rods is a sign of underdevelopment of the placenta, and a general decrease in the number of all white blood cells is evidence of reduced immunity. For an accurate diagnosis using a blood test, it is recommended to undergo additional examination to identify