Generally, a good neutrophil level falls within the normal range of 1,450 to 7,500 neutrophils per microliter.
Understanding your neutrophil level is an important part of monitoring your overall health. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that plays a key role in your immune system, helping to fight off infections.
While the reference range provides a general guideline, your specific normal neutrophil count can vary based on factors such as your age.
Levels outside this range can indicate different conditions:
- Neutrophilia: This occurs when your neutrophil count is higher than 7,500 neutrophils per microliter, often indicating your body is fighting an infection or experiencing inflammation.
- Neutropenia: This occurs when your neutrophil count is below the normal range, which can make you more susceptible to infections.
It's also important to note the relationship with total white blood cell counts. Leukocytosis, for example, is defined as having more than 11,000 total white cells per microliter, which includes neutrophils and other types of white blood cells.
Monitoring these levels helps healthcare professionals assess your body's ability to defend itself.
