Lymphocytes
Lymphocytopenia Overview
Lymphocytopenia (LIM-fo-si-to-PE-ne-ah) is a condition in which your blood has a low number of white blood cells called lymphocytes (LIM-fo-sites). These cells are made in the bone marrow along with other kinds of blood cells. Lymphocytes help protect your body from infection. Low numbers of lymphocytes can increase your risk for infection. Overview About... »
What Causes Lymphocytopenia?
In general, lymphocytopenia (a low lymphocyte count) occurs because: The body doesn’t make enough lymphocytes. The body makes enough lymphocytes, but they are destroyed due to an abnormal condition. The lymphocytes get stuck in the spleen or lymph nodes. A combination of these factors also may cause a low lymphocyte count. A number of... »