Immature granulocytes (IGs) are a type of white blood cell that are precursors to mature granulocytes, such as neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils. They are typically found in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream during instances of infection, inflammation, or other stressors on the immune system. Elevated levels of immature granulocytes can indicate an ongoing infection or an inflammatory response, making them a useful marker in clinical diagnostics. Their presence is often assessed through a complete blood count (CBC) with a differential.
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Granulocyte is a white blood cell with secretory granules in its cytoplasm, e.g, an eosinophil or a basophil
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Neutrophil granulocytes or just Neutrophil is a white blood cell type of mammals. It has the smallest granule of all the granulocyte.
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A high IMM gran (immature granulocyte) count on a complete blood count (CBC) indicates an increased production of immature white blood cells, typically in response to infection, inflammation, or stress. This can suggest a heightened immune response, often seen in conditions like sepsis, severe infections, or certain inflammatory diseases. Elevated immature granulocytes may require further evaluation to determine the underlying cause and appropriate treatment.
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No, Mast Cells are not granulocytes. The terms "granulocyte" and "agranulocyte" refer to circulation cells. Masts cells, though they have granules, are found in tissues- not the circulation.
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Gran refers to granulocyte, which is a type of white blood cell.