Leukocytolysis

Leukocytolysis is the process of destruction of leukocytes in the blood under the influence of various factors, such as infectious agents, toxins, immune complexes, etc. This is an important mechanism of the immune system that allows you to destroy pathogenic microorganisms and other foreign substances.

Leukocytes are white blood cells that are involved in protecting the body from infections and other pathogenic agents. They are divided into several types: granulocytes (neutrophils, eosinophils and basophils), as well as agranulocytes (monocytes and lymphocytes).

Granulocytes have granules in the cytoplasm that contain various enzymes and proteins needed to kill pathogens. Upon contact with an infectious agent, leukocytes begin to secrete these enzymes, which leads to the destruction of the membrane of the microorganism and its death.

Agranulocytes can also participate in leukocytolysis, but their role is less significant. They secrete cytokines (signaling proteins) that stimulate granulocytes to destroy microorganisms.

In addition, leukocytolysis can be caused by various factors, such as viral infections, autoimmune diseases, radiation, etc. In this case, white blood cells are destroyed not only by an infection or toxin, but also by the body's own immune reactions.

However, if leukocytolysis becomes excessive and prolonged, it can lead to the development of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, etc.

In general, leukocytolysis is an important mechanism of the immune system to protect the body from infections. However, if it becomes excessive or prolonged, it can lead to various diseases.

Leukocytosis is the process by which immune cells, such as white blood cells, leave the bone marrow and accumulate in the blood. This usually occurs in response to infection or inflammation. Sometimes white blood cells are released from their protective granules, leading to the destruction of neighboring cells, a process known as leukocytolysis. It causes the release of other biologically active substances, which contribute to further protection of the body.

Leukocytokinetics, also known as leukokinetics or leukokinetics, is a concept that describes the sequence of release processes,