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Absolute Neutrophils test
The absolute number of neutrophils, the key value (the ANC) for gauging the body's ability to fight bacterial infection. Included with every panel.
At a glance
In about 5 days
Most results are ready in about 5 days. Some specialty markers can take up to 21 days.
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What it measures
Counts your neutrophils, the most common white blood cells and your body’s first line of defense against bacteria. This number is a key guide to how well your body can fight bacterial infections.
Why it matters for women
Neutrophil levels can naturally rise during pregnancy, so a higher count then may be expected. Autoimmune conditions, where the immune system attacks the body by mistake, are more common in women, and some, such as lupus, can lower white cell counts, including neutrophils. Some medicines and viral illnesses can lower them too.
You might check it if…
- you seem to catch infections often or they’re slow to clear
- you’re pregnant or recently gave birth
- you take a medicine that can lower white blood cells
- a doctor mentioned lupus or another autoimmune condition
What your result may mean
High Absolute Neutrophils: what it may mean
A high absolute neutrophil count (neutrophilia) may point to an infection, inflammation or physical stress on the body. It can happen with bacterial infections, injuries, surgery, smoking, hard exercise or steroid medicines and, less frequently, with a bone marrow disorder. Neutrophil levels can naturally rise during pregnancy, so a higher count may be expected then. Even a stressful moment can nudge this number up for a short time. Fever or pain can come from the underlying problem, and you may also feel completely well.
Low Absolute Neutrophils: what it may mean
A low absolute neutrophil count (neutropenia) can raise your risk of infection, and it can result from a viral illness, medicines or bone marrow problems. In women, autoimmune conditions such as lupus can lower it too. Some healthy people, including some of African or Middle Eastern ancestry, can have a lifelong lower count that may not cause problems. You may feel nothing from the low count itself, though mouth sores or repeat infections can appear. A fever with a low count may need prompt medical care.
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These notes provide context and do not diagnose a condition. Not yet available in NY, NJ, RI, HI, ND, SD or WV.