Lymphocytes

Summary Information: Lymphocytes

Lymphocytes: Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell. Lymphocytes have the ability to protect the body from a variety of pathogens that can cause infection in the body. They are most commonly found in the lymphatic system. There are three types of lymphocytes: the B cells, T cells, and natural killer cells.

Conditions that can afflict the lymphocytes include leukemia, leukopenia, lymphocytic leukocytosis, lymphocytopenia, HIV, malnutrition, corticosteroid use, chemotherapy, and hereditary immunodeficiency disorders.

Closely Related Organs: Lymphocytes

The following organs are closely related to the organ: Lymphocytes:

• Basophils
• Monocytes
• Eosinophils
• Neutrophils
• White Blood cells
• Blood
• Lymphatic system
• Immune system
• Red blood cells
• Diaphedesis
• Bone marrow
• Circulatory system

Conditions Afflicting Organs: Lymphocytes

The following conditions are related to the organ: Lymphocytes:

• Leukemia
• Leukopenia
• Lymphocytic leukocytosis
• Lymphocytopenia
• HIV
• Malnutrition
• Corticosteroid use
• Chemotherapy
• Hereditary immunodeficiency disorders

Sub Parts: Lymphocytes

The following list contains sub-parts of the organ: Lymphocytes:

• B cells
• T cells
• Natural killer cells

Symptoms Related to Afflictions of: Lymphocytes

These symptoms are related to afflictions of the organ: Lymphocytes:

• Low lymphocyte count
• High lymphocyte count
• Easy bruising
• Excessive bleeding
• Frequent infections
• Weight loss
• Unusual infections
• Life-threatening infections
• Fever
• Night sweats
• Fatigue

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Organ types: White blood cells (5)

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