What are Leukocytes?

What are the different types of Leukocytes

Leukocytes are white blood cells that play a crucial role in the body's defense system. They are produced in the bone marrow and circulate in the blood and lymphatic system, where they help protect the body from infections and diseases. There are several different types of leukocytes, each with a specific function:

• Neutrophils are the most common type of leukocyte. They are phagocytic, which means they can engulf and destroy bacteria and other foreign particles.
• Lymphocytes are responsible for the body's immune response. They include B cells, which produce antibodies, and T cells, which directly attack infected cells.
• Monocytes are large phagocytic cells that can engulf and destroy bacteria, viruses, and other foreign particles.
• Eosinophils are involved in the body's response to allergic reactions and parasitic infections.
• Basophils are the least common type of leukocyte. They release histamine, which causes inflammation and helps to protect the body from infection.

What is a Leukocyten Waarde?

A leukocyten waarde is a measure of the number of leukocytes in the blood. It is typically expressed as the number of leukocytes per microliter of blood. A normal leukocyten waarde is between 4,000 and 11,000 per microliter.

What can cause a Leukocyten Waarde to be too high or too low?

A high leukocyten waarde can be caused by a number of factors, including:

• Infection
• Inflammation
• Certain medications
• Stress
• Certain medical conditions, such as leukemia

A low leukocyten waarde can be caused by a number of factors, including:

• Certain medications
• Certain medical conditions, such as aplastic anemia
• Radiation therapy
• Chemotherapy

When to see a doctor

If you have a high or low leukocyten waarde, it is important to see a doctor to determine the cause. Treatment for a high or low leukocyten waarde will depend on the underlying cause.

Leukocyten Waarde