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Neutrophil count

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Last reviewed: 04.07.2025

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Reference values for absolute and relative neutrophil counts in the blood

Age	Absolute quantity, ×10 ⁹ /l	Relative quantity,%
12 months	1.5-8.5	30-50
4 years	1.5-8.5	35-55
10 years	1.8-8.0	40-60
21 years old	1.8-7.7	45-70
Adults	1.8-7.7	45-70