Agranulocytosis

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000346",
  "term": "Agranulocytosis",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A severe and potentially life-threatening reduction in the number of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell, in the blood. This condition primarily affects neutrophils, leading to a compromised immune system and increased susceptibility to infections. It is often an adverse reaction to certain medications, such as some antipsychotics or antithyroid drugs.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "bone marrow",
    "neutrophil"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1120 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/agranulocytosis/"
}