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Basophils (%)
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Basophils (%)
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Basophils are a type of white blood cell that make up a small portion of the white blood cells in your body. Even though they are few in number, they play a crucial role in your immune system. Think of them as the body's "emergency team" during an immune response, quickly arriving at the site of an infection or inflammation. Basophils contain tiny sacs filled with powerful chemicals, such as histamine, which they release to call other immune cells to the area. This process is essential for the body's protection against parasites and in dealing with allergic reactions. The percentage of Basophils in your blood can provide valuable information about the condition of your immune system.
If Your Levels Are High
Elevated Basophil levels might mean that your body is actively dealing with a certain issue, such as an allergic reaction, a parasite infection, or inflammation. Some medications, like estrogen or corticosteroids, could also cause an increase in these cells. It's important to note that stress, both physical and emotional, can sometimes lead to higher Basophil levels too. In some cases, having more Basophils than usual could be linked to conditions like an underactive thyroid or autoimmune disorders.
Symptoms of High Levels
Symptoms of high levels of Basophils (%) could include itching, hives, or other allergic reactions. In some cases, there might be no noticeable symptoms at all.
If Your Levels are Low
Low basophil levels might mean that your immune system isn't reacting as strongly as it should to potential dangers. This could be due to various reasons, such as recovering from a recent infection, dealing with stress, or taking certain medications that can weaken the immune response, like corticosteroids. Low basophil levels could also be a sign of other issues, like anemia or hormonal imbalances. Keep in mind that your lifestyle, including your diet and exercise habits, can also affect your basophil levels.
Symptoms of Low Levels
Symptoms of low levels of Basophils (%) are typically not noticeable, as Basophils are just one component of the immune system and their decrease doesn't usually cause specific symptoms. However, if the low level is due to an underlying condition, symptoms related to that condition may be present.
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The CBC with differential analyzes blood cells to evaluate a patient's overall health and to screen for a variety of diseases and conditions. Please be advised that Boston Heart Diagnostics policy states that practitioners are unable to order labs on themselves or their immediate family members.
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