Medical News Today: What are neutrophils and what do they do?

Neutrophils are the most common form of white blood cell. They help the body respond to infection and heal damaged tissue. Levels in the blood can rise and fall due to many reasons, including infection, chronic conditions, drugs, and surgery. Learn more about what altered levels mean and how to test them here.
Source: Health News from Medical News Today - Category: Consumer Health News Tags: Blood / Hematology Source Type: news