Basophils 1 cells/µL in your blood test results
You received your blood test result with a Basophils value of 1 cells/µL. This analysis helps you to check if your Basophils value is within normal range.
Your Basophils value of 1 cells/µL is way too low. A good Basophils count is usually between 50 and 300 cells/µL.
Increase your Basophils count by 49 cells/µL to be within normal range.
Causes
Diminished basophil concentrations (medically known as basopenia) may be the result of several different illnesses or from the use of certain drugs. In many instances, chronic, severe allergies or a significant, acute allergic reaction might bring forth a precipitous drop in white blood cell counts. Other medical conditions that could also elicit the condition include pregnancy and hyperthyroidism (a thyroid gland that secretes excessive amounts of thyroid hormone). Sometimes, environmental factors such as stress may be to blame. In addition, the use of certain drugs like steroids might skew counts downward.
Treatment & Medication
Typically, the first step in most remedial efforts will be to identify the underlying cause manifesting in basopenia. However, potential treatment options include anti-histamine preparations to control allergic reactions, thyroid regulating drugs or transfusions. Should the condition be the result of environmental factors or the use of specific drugs, lifestyle alterations or a change in medication might be indicated.
Useful Information
Basophils are one of the various forms of white blood cells produced by the human body. These biological structures work in conjunction with the immune system to prevent the body from infiltration by disease, primarily infectious organisms. This short blog will examine the causes of both low and high basophil counts, the treatments those stricken with either condition might employ as a means of treatment, as well as the importance of keeping basophil readings in the normal range.