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.
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.
Monocytes are the largest of white blood cells. They make up an average of 3–8% of all the white blood cells. Monocytes are able to move from blood to tissues and act as phagocytes that break down pathogens and remnants of dead cells.
Reference levels may vary depending on the laboratory and the test analysis method.
Reference value for monocytes (B-Monos) in adult men and women is 0,2-0,8 xE9/l.
B-Monos test measures the amount of monocytes in the blood.
Reference value for monocytes (L-Monos%) in adult men and women is 2-10 %.
L-Monos% test shows the relative percentage of monocytes in white blood cells.
Monocytopenia, a lower than normal monocyte count, can occur for example in the context of the following conditions and diseases:
Monocytosis, a higher than normal monocyte count, can occur for example in the context of the following conditions and diseases:
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Potassium is an essential salt for the body. It regulates, among other things, the body’s fluid balance.
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.
The aspartate aminotransferase (ASAT) test measures liver function and damage.
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.
Thrombocytes, or platelets, are vital to the functioning of the blood clotting system.
Neutrophils are the most important and common type of 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.
MCH is usually measured as a part of blood count and is used to help diagnose anemia.
MCV is tested when looking for the causes of diagnosed anemia.
Lymphocytes are involved in the identification and destruction of micro-organisms, foreign molecules and cancer cells.
Article updated:
19 February 2024