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Basophils are white blood cells
Basophils are white blood cells that fight parasitic diseases, prevent unnecessary blood clotting, and mediate allergic reactions.
Basophils
- Basophil is one type of white blood cells produced by the bone marrow.
- Basophils protect us from parasitic diseases.
- The B-Baso test measures the level of basophils in the blood and L-Baso% test shows the relative percentage of basophils in lymphocytes.
What are basophils?
Basophils are white blood cells produced by the bone marrow. White blood cells are an important part of our immune system helping to protect the body against pathogens.
Basophils protect us from parasitic diseases, prevent unnecessary blood clotting, and mediate allergic reactions.
The reference values for basophils
Reference levels may vary depending on the laboratory and the test analysis method.
B-Baso
Reference value for B-Baso in adults is 0–0.1 E9/l.
L-Baso%
L-Baso% test shows the relative percentage of basophils in lymphocytes.
The reference value for L-Baso % in adults is <1%.
What does a low basophil count mean?
Low basophil count can be caused by
- Hyperthyroidism
- Infections
- Acute allergic reactions
What does a high basophil count mean?
High basophil count can be caused by
- Hypothyroidism
- Myeloproliferative disorders, such as polycythaemia vera, essential thrombocythemia, and myelofibrosis. These are blood diseases in which the bone marrow produces too many red blood cells, platelets, or white blood cells.
- Leukemia
- Autoimmune disease
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Magnesium is an essential mineral for the body. It is needed for the functioning of the nervous system and several enzymes.
Iron is needed for the formation of red blood cells’ haemoglobin. In addition, it acts as a catalyst in many enzyme reactions.
Folate, or folic acid, is a group B vitamin obtained from food. It is an essential nutrient for humans.
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T4, or thyroxine, is a thyroid hormone and its level indicates the activity of the thyroid gland.
Glucose is an indicator of the blood sugar level. Blood sugar affects general well-being and energy levels, muscle and brain function and the feeling of hunger.
The LDL cholesterol level shows the amount of harmful cholesterol in the blood. Elevated cholesterol increases the risk of atherosclerosis.
Sodium is one of the most important salts in the body. It is essential for life, being a key substance in maintaining the membrane tension of all cells.
TSH or thyroid-stimulating hormone is secreted by the pituitary gland. TSH is tested when examining thyroid function.
Ferritin is a form of iron absorption and storage. It is a good measure of the body’s iron stores, and low ferritin content is a sign of iron deficiency.
Hematocrit, volume percentage of red blood cells in blood
Hematocrit measures the percentage of red blood cells in the blood. In anemia, the red blood cell count is reduced.
Hemoglobin (Hb) – Measurement and reference values
When suspecting anemia, it is important to test the hemoglobin. Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia include paleness and fatigue.
Lymphocytes are white blood cells
Lymphocytes are involved in the identification and destruction of micro-organisms, foreign molecules and cancer cells.
Mean corpuscular volume of red blood cells (MCV)
MCV is tested when looking for the causes of diagnosed anemia.
Mean hemoglobin mass of red blood cell (MCH)
MCH is usually measured as a part of blood count and is used to help diagnose anemia.
Monocytes are white blood cells
White blood cells are an important part of the human immune system. They protect the body from attacks of bacteria, viruses, and parasites. Bone marrow produces five different types of white blood cells, one of which is the monocyte.
Article updated:
19 February 2024