Neutrophilia is a condition characterized by an increased content of neutrophils in the blood.
Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that play a key role in protecting the body from infections. In various inflammatory and infectious diseases, the number of neutrophils in the blood increases as a response of the immune system.
The causes of neutrophilia can be:
- Bacterial, viral, fungal infections
- Inflammatory diseases (appendicitis, pneumonia, osteomyelitis, etc.)
- Injuries
- Tumors
- Heart attacks
- Burns
- Autoimmune diseases
- Leukemia
- Taking certain medications
Diagnosis of neutrophilia is based on a general blood test. Additional examination is required to determine the cause.
Treatment is aimed at eliminating the underlying disease that caused this condition. The prognosis depends on the underlying cause of neutrophilia. With adequate treatment of the underlying disease, the number of neutrophils usually normalizes.
Neutrophilia is an increase in the number of neutrophils per unit volume of blood, for example, an increase in the level of neutrophils above a threshold value. This indicator is a common hematological indicator that is used to assess infectious processes and the state of the patient’s immune system. The condition is characterized by an increase in the degree of maturity of neutrophils and their activity.
Neutrophils are white blood cells that play an important role in protecting the body from infections and other threats. They are part of the immune system and are responsible for fighting bacteria, viruses and other pathogens that can cause illness.
Neutrophilia is an increase in the number of neutrophils