A 20 year male complains of recurrent attacks of sore throat since 2 years. The total leukocyte count was 1000 ul A differential count revealed severe neutropenia. The diagnosis is
1) Subleukemic leukemia
2) Infectious mononucleosis
3) Agraulocytosis
4) Leukoerythroblastic anemia
📝 Explanation:
Agranulocytosis is a condition characterized by a dangerously low number of granulocytes (a type of white blood cell), including neutrophils. The patient in the problem presents with a total leukocyte count of 1000 ?L, which is significantly low (normal range is typically 4,000 to 11,000 ?L). The differential count specifically reveals severe neutropenia, which is the hallmark of agranulocytosis. The recurrent sore throat attacks are a common symptom due to the compromised immune system's inability to fight off infections.