Which of the following terms describes an absolute increase in the number of lymphocytes?
A) Neutropenia
B) Eosinophilia
C) Leukocytosis
D) Lymphocytosis

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Lymphocytosis is a condition where there is an absolute increase in the number of lymphocytes, which are a type of white blood cell. Neutropenia refers to a decrease in the number of neutrophils, another type of white blood cell. Eosinophilia is an increase in the number of eosinophils, yet another type of white blood cell. Leukocytosis is a general term that refers to an increase in the overall number of white blood cells.

Which of the Following Terms Describes an Absolute Increase in the Number