blood cell

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The most commonly reported side effect was a decrease in neutrophils, which are a type of white blood cell.

From Science Daily • Apr. 3, 2026

He started chemotherapy soon after the February podcast was recorded and was getting white blood cell injections to help boost his immune system.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026

Myeloma cells can also cause a reduction in overall blood cell counts, which can lead to anemia, and a decrease in normal antibodies, which can lead to compromised immunity and an increased risk of infections.

From Slate • Mar. 29, 2026

Last month, Oscar had T-cells - a type of white blood cell - removed and sent to a lab in Stevenage.

From BBC • Jan. 13, 2026

However, the nodes in John’s neck were much harder, and his white blood cell count much higher, than would have been the case in someone with TB.

From "Mountains Beyond Mountains" by Tracy Kidder and Michael French