Healthcare Cost & Utilization Project (HCUP) - (Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)) Details Family of healthcare databases and related software tools and products that provide national information and data on patient-level health care.
Medical Definition of Neutrophil. Neutrophil: A type of white blood cell, a granulocyte that is filled with microscopic granules, little sacs containing enzymes that digest microorganisms. Also known as polymorphonuclear leukocyte or poly.
What are Neutrophils? A neutrophil, the most common type of white blood cell. A deficiency of neutrophils may be caused by leukemia. A lowered neutrophil count results in a compromised immune system, and an increased risk of infection. A diagram showing different types of white blood cells, including neutrophils.