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Neutrophils are the most abundant type of white blood cell in your body, making up 50-70% of all white blood cells. They are your immune system's first responders, rushing to sites of infection or injury to fight off invading bacteria, fungi, and other pathogens.

Neutrophils work by engulfing and destroying harmful microorganisms through a process called phagocytosis. They also release enzymes and antimicrobial proteins to kill pathogens and help recruit other immune cells to the area.

The absolute neutrophil count (ANC) measures the number of neutrophils in your blood. Normal levels typically range from 1,500 to 8,000 neutrophils per microliter of blood, though this can vary slightly between laboratories.

Neutrophils are produced in the bone marrow through a process called granulopoiesis. The bone marrow produces approximately 100 billion neutrophils per day, with a large reserve stored in the bone marrow ready to be released during infection or stress.