About This Test
While all white blood cells help your body fight infections, neutrophils are important for fighting certain infections specially those caused by bacteria. High levels of neutrophils along with fever are seen when you have an infection in the body. Low count of neutrophils can make you more vulnerable to infections & in severe cases, even the normal bacteria from your mouth and digestive tract can cause serious illness.
Test Parameters (1)
- ABSOLUTE NEUTROPHIL COUNT
Home Collection
✓ Available
Reports Available In
1 Day
Preparation / Prerequisite
No Special Requirement
Frequently Asked Questions
Hematology tests are blood tests that study blood cells and related parameters to assess overall health and detect blood-related disorders.
This Test does not require fasting.
Mon-Sat, sample before 4pm, reports same day and Sunday reports next day.
The Absolute Neutrophil Count (ANC) is a very important blood test because it measures the actual number of neutrophils (the body’s first-line infection-fighting white blood cells), helping doctors assess infection risk, immune status, and bone-marrow function.
Yes, fully automated analysers are used.
TAT Policy
The Turnaround Time (TAT) depends on the following factors:
- Registration date and time
- Type of scan or test
- Scan time or sample collection time
In uncommon circumstances, TAT may be delayed due to test complexity or reasons beyond our control. You will be informed of the estimated TAT at the time of registration.
