Definitions

1. noun

A type of white blood cell that plays a key role in the immune system, especially in the defense against bacterial infections.

“The patient’s neutrophil count was significantly lower than normal, indicating a compromised immune system.”

2. noun

A granulocyte with a multilobed nucleus and a large cytoplasmic granule content, especially one that migrates towards the site of infection.

“The microscope revealed a large number of neutrophils in the patient’s infected tissue.”