Neutrophils: Understanding the Most Abundant White Blood Cell

The most common type of granulocyte in the bloodstream is the neutrophil. Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that helps protect the body from infection. They can be found in the blood, bone marrow, and tissues throughout the body. Neutrophils are the first cells to respond to an infection, and they are able to engulf and destroy bacteria and other foreign particles.