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What are basophils?
Basophils are a white blood cell that seem to be important in producing allergic reactions. They are the least common of the white blood cells, comprising only 0.01 % to 0.3% of the white blood cell count. With the eosinophil and neutrophil, they form the class of polymorphonuclear cells (PMNs).Basophils are tested as part of a white blood cell (WBC) count in either a blood test or spinal tap. Click here to learn more about white blood cells and a WBC. Basophils very seldom come up in reference to a diagnosis.
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What does it mean to have abnormal basophils?
Abnormal basophils levels may be increased or decreased. Click here to learn more about what those levels mean.
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Possible causes/diagnosis:
Possible causes include:
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