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Low Neutrophil Count Learning Center

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Neutropenia is an abnormally low level of neutrophils in the blood. Neutrophils are white blood cells(WBCs) produced in the bone marrow and comprise approximately 60% of the blood.

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Causes
Lowered production of white blood cells is the most common cause of neutropenia. It can result from:.Medications that...
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—A granular white blood cell that ingests bacteria, dead tissue cells, and foreign matter.
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Treatment of neutropenia depends on the underlying cause.Patients with fever and other signs of infection are treated...
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