Neutrophil, also known as heterophil or neutrocyte, is the most abundant type of granulocyte, accounting for 55 percent to 70 percent of white blood cells in the human body and aiding in infection resistance.
They are found in varying numbers in the most healthy tissues.
They are an important component of the immune system, with different functions in different organisms.
Neutropenia is characterized by a deficiency of neutrophils, a type of white blood cell.
Symptoms of neutropenia:
A fever is defined as a body temperature of 100.5°F (38°C) or higher.