Eosinopenia

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  • Eosinopenia is a reduction in the number of eosinophils in the blood.
  • Occurs as part of the response to corticosteroids;.
    • Thought to be associated with the depressive effect of corticosteroids on lymphocytes.
      • Secretions of these lymphocytes are thought to stimulate eosinophil production.