Low White Blood Cell Count: About neutropenia - 09/2022

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Low White Blood Cell Count: About neutropenia

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Abstract

This handout explains neutropenia, which is a decrease in the number of white blood cells (neutrophils). These neutrophils are the body’s main defense against bacterial and fungal infections. Neutropenia is common after receiving chemotherapy or radiation.

Author

Alvord Brain Tumor Center

Publisher

University of Washington Medical Center

Date Published (original date)

2020

Revision Date

09/2022

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General Subject

Blood and Lymphatic Disorders

Cancer

Specific Subject/Keyword

Blood Cells

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Languages

English

Record ID

4855