What is segmenters in hematology?

Segmenters are mature neutrophils. They are called segmenters because their nuclei are divided into segments. Segmenters are also known as polymorphonuclear neutrophils (PMNs).

Neutrophils are the most common type of white blood cell. They are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream when needed. Neutrophils help to fight infection by engulfing and digesting foreign particles and bacteria.

Segmenters are the final stage of neutrophil development. They are released from the bone marrow when they are fully mature. Segmenters have a lifespan of about 12 hours in the bloodstream.

The number of segmenters in the blood can vary depending on a person's health status. A high number of segmenters can indicate that a person has an infection or inflammation. A low number of segmenters can indicate that a person has a bone marrow disorder or immune system deficiency.

Here are some additional notes about segmenters:

* Segmenters are the most common type of white blood cell in the blood.

* Segmenters are also known as polymorphonuclear neutrophils (PMNs).

* Segmenters are produced in the bone marrow and released into the bloodstream when needed.

* Segmenters help to fight infection by engulfing and digesting foreign particles and bacteria.

* Segmenters have a lifespan of about 12 hours in the bloodstream.

* The number of segmenters in the blood can vary depending on a person's health status.