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Posted 7/30/2020 2:13 PM (GMT 0)
Hello, I am hoping that someone on here can tell me if having zero eosinophils is concerning? I had an appointment with a new ND amd she said that my zero level was interesting but you don't want high levels because that would mean that you have an infection. I did read though that eosinophils are needed in the body to kill off parasites, bacteria amd virus so if that is true wouldn't I need some? Thank you for your help!

EOSINOPHILS ABSOLUTE
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0 CELLS/MCL
Standard Range
15 - 500 CELLS/MCL
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Posted 7/30/2020 5:02 PM (GMT 0)
Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell, and yes, you definitely want to have some! I would ask to have the test repeated and investigate why none are being made in your system. This is something to look into.
Posted 7/30/2020 6:19 PM (GMT 0)
Thank you saraeli! I have had a level of zero for years and have brought it up to 3 doctors and no one seems to think it is an issue, which is very frustrating. A few summers ago I was having constant food poisoning like symptoms and I am now wondering if having no eosinophils could have been the problem.
Posted 7/30/2020 7:23 PM (GMT 0)
That sounds strange to me, but a cursory internet search makes it sound not too alarming. Eosinophils are responsible for managing parasites and allergens, so I would think you need some, but perhaps your body will produce them as needed. My understanding is that all varieties of white blood cells should be in range, ideally.

Do you take any antihistamines or any type of steroids? Those can cause eosinopenia. Cushing's Disease also can do so.

Are your other white blood cells normal?

I have a history of very high eosinophils, so I find them inherently interesting but don't have any experience with them being low!
Posted 7/30/2020 8:08 PM (GMT 0)
Saraeli, my other white blood cells are in range so that is good. I do not take any antihistamines or steroids but I did see that high cortisol can cause a zero eosinsophil reading. I have never had my cortisol tested before because my primary Doctor said your levels are always changing and if they are high there is not really much that you can do about it. Thank you for your help!
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