Which laboratory test will the nurse use to determine whether filgrastim (Neupogen)is effective for a patient with acute lymphocytic leukemia who is receiving chemotherapy?

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Filgrastim increases the neutrophil count and function in neutropenic patients. Although total lymphocyte,platelet,and reticulocyte counts are also important to monitor in this patient,the absolute neutrophil count is used to evaluate the effects of filgrastim.

Which Laboratory Test Will the Nurse Use to Determine Whether