Neutrophilia and a left shift are most often found in patients with:

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Neutrophilia (an increase in the number of neutrophils) and a left shift (an increase in the number of immature neutrophils) are both indicative of an inflammatory response, which is most commonly caused by acute bacterial infections. Autoimmune disorders and acute viral infections may cause an increase in white blood cells, but a left shift is less common. Hemolytic anemia typically does not cause an increase in white blood cells.

Neutrophilia and a Left Shift Are Most Often Found in Patients