Absolute Neutrophils

Neutrophils are the most abundant of the 5 main types of white blood cell. They engulf bacteria and cellular debris, they are key in the body's immune response. 

The Neutrophils' key role is to neutralizes pathogens. They may be elevated due to bacterial infection or inflammation. May be decreased due to nutrient deficiencies (copper, B12, folate), elevations in other white blood cells.