Lymphocytopenia

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-006837",
  "term": "Lymphocytopenia",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "A condition characterized by an abnormally low number of lymphocytes in the peripheral blood. It is defined in adults as a total lymphocyte count below 1,000 to 1,500 cells per microliter of blood, although specific thresholds can vary by age and laboratory. This condition can result from viral infections, autoimmune disorders like Sjögren syndrome, malnutrition, or exposure to certain drugs and radiation.",
  "synonyms": [
    "lymphopenia"
  ],
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "Sjögren syndrome",
    "lymphocyte",
    "mixed connective tissue disease",
    "systemic lupus erythematosus"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1206 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/lymphocytopenia/"
}