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==Introduction==
 
==Introduction==
Neutrophils represent up to half of all [[Leukocytes|leukocytes]] in the blood stream and are distinguished by their irregular multi-lobed nucleus and indistinct granular appearance.  They are 10-12µm and circulate in the blood for minutes to hours (average 6-8 hours) and lasting for 1-2 days in tissue. Although the most abundant leukocyte in the blood the vast majority of neutrophils are found in the [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology|bone marrow]] (5x more). Neutrophils play a key role during bacterial infections and have both phagocytic and killing actions.
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Neutrophils represent up to 80% of all [[Leukocytes|leukocytes]] in the blood stream and are distinguished by their irregular multi-lobed nucleus and indistinct granular appearance.  They are 10-12µm and circulate in the blood for minutes to hours (average 6-8 hours) and lasting for 1-2 days in tissue. Although the most abundant leukocyte in the blood the vast majority of neutrophils are found in the [[Bone Marrow - Anatomy & Physiology|bone marrow]] (5x more). Neutrophils play a key role during bacterial infections and have both phagocytic and killing actions.
 
<p>Neutrophils are called '''[[Heterophils|heterophils]]''' in birds, reptiles and some mammals.</p>
 
<p>Neutrophils are called '''[[Heterophils|heterophils]]''' in birds, reptiles and some mammals.</p>
  
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