Blood Count of Eosinophil Polymorphonuclear Leucocytes and Bronchial Hyperreactivity in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease

摘要

Introduction:Polymorphonuclear eosinophil leucocytes (eosinophils) are found in increased numbers in the circulation and sputum in asthma patients, usually in relation to the severity of asthma but it is the question whether they have a significant role in the development and level of bronchial hyperreactivity in patients with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).