What are neutrophils?
If you’ve ever looked at the results of a blood test, you may have noticed a neutrophil count. Neutrophils are a common type of white blood cell that play a critical role in the immune system.
They’re important to cancer patients for several reasons. Neutrophils provide a key window into an individual’s health and play a crucial role in fighting infections. When your neutrophil levels are too low, it’s called neutropenia and puts...