Why is the neutrophil percentage elevated during pregnancy?
Disease description:
A 30-year-old pregnant patient was found to have elevated neutrophil percentage at the hospital. I would like to ask, what causes an increased neutrophil percentage during pregnancy?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Zhang Heyang
A high percentage of neutrophils in women during pregnancy may be caused by the following factors:
1. An increased neutrophil percentage after pregnancy is a normal physiological phenomenon. This occurs because blood volume increases during pregnancy, leading to a higher neutrophil percentage. If the pregnant woman does not have abnormal symptoms such as fever, there is no need for concern, and no treatment or intervention is required.
2. A high neutrophil percentage may also result from bacterial or viral infections in the body. Pregnant women often present with symptoms such as fever and sore throat, so further examinations are necessary.
