Eosinophils
Eosinophils are white blood cells involved in allergic reactions and fighting parasites. Most people have only a few.
Your reading
This app uses 0–6% of white cells. They commonly rise with hay fever, asthma, eczema and other allergies, and with some medications. Parasitic infections raise them too, which matters more after travel. A count of zero is normal.
What may help
- —Managing allergies and asthma, which usually brings a mild rise back down
- —Mentioning recent travel or new medications to your doctor if the count is high
When to talk to a doctor
If they're well above 6% (or above about 1.5 thousand per microlitre), or raised without a known allergy.
Common questions
What is Eosinophils?
Eosinophils are white blood cells involved in allergic reactions and fighting parasites. Most people have only a few.
What is a normal Eosinophils level?
Daygo uses 0–6% as the reference range. This app uses 0–6% of white cells. They commonly rise with hay fever, asthma, eczema and other allergies, and with some medications. Parasitic infections raise them too, which matters more after travel. A count of zero is normal.
How can I improve my Eosinophils?
Managing allergies and asthma, which usually brings a mild rise back down. Mentioning recent travel or new medications to your doctor if the count is high.
When should I see a doctor about Eosinophils?
If they're well above 6% (or above about 1.5 thousand per microlitre), or raised without a known allergy.
Source: MedlinePlus (NIH): Complete Blood Count. Reference ranges are standard adult intervals — your own lab may report a different range for your age, sex, or method. This isn't medical advice; always go by the range on your actual results and talk to a clinician about anything that concerns you.