1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Allergies

Eosinophil

By Daniel More, MD, About.com

Updated: April 10, 2007

About.com Health's Disease and Condition content is reviewed by our Medical Review Board

Definition: A type of white blood cell named for its characteristic red staining with certain dyes. Involved in allergic inflammation and diseases, releases leukotrienes upon activation. May be found in large amounts in the bloodstream and in tissues in people with allergic diseases and certain parasitic infections.
Pronunciation: e-o-sin-o-fil

Explore Allergies

More from About.com

About.com is accredited by the Health On the Net Foundation, which promotes reliable and trusted online health information.
  1. Home
  2. Health
  3. Allergies
  4. Glossary of Terms
  5. Eosinophil

©2008 About.com, a part of The New York Times Company.

All rights reserved.