What is neutrophils in blood test during pregnancy?
I got my blood test reports back, and I saw 'neutrophils' mentioned. My doctor will explain it, but I'm curious to understand. What exactly are neutrophils, and what do they mean in a blood test during pregnancy?
It's just a type of white blood cell, and they usually go up naturally in pregnancy, so don't run for extra expensive scans immediately. Just show the report to your doctor in your next regular appointment to see if any cheap antibiotic is needed for a basic infection.
Oh, even I didn't know this! So neutrophils are just WBCs? I am planning to conceive soon, so learning about these medical terms beforehand is quite helpful.
My CBC report also showed elevated neutrophils in the 2nd trimester. My doctor told me it's totally normal during pregnancy, but every case is different so it's always best to ask your own gynac.
Actually, neutrophils are basically infection-fighting cells, yaar. They normally go high in pregnancy because our body is working double-time. Don't worry unless you have a fever or burning pee.
Don't stress about these numbers, stress can also raise them! If your doctor allows, go for a light 20-minute evening walk to keep your mind calm while the doctor reviews the blood work.
