MICROANATOMY

BLOOD CARDIOVASCULAR SYSTEM LYMPHOID ORGANS

HEMATOPOIESIS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which is not a type of leukocyte?
A
Basophil
B
Eosinophil
C
Ventriphil
D
Neutrophil
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Their number increases during bacterial or viral infections. Thus, based on the above information we can conclude that Erythrocytes are not a type of WBC. Hence, the correct answer is option (D).

Detailed explanation-2: -Neutrophils may be subdivided into segmented neutrophils and banded neutrophils (or bands). They form part of the polymorphonuclear cells family (PMNs) together with basophils and eosinophils.

Detailed explanation-3: -Neutrophils are the first responder of immune cells. Basophils release histamine to mount a non-specific immune response. Eosinophils fight bacteria and parasites but also provoke allergy symptoms. Lymphocytes are B and T cells that defend against specific invaders. Monocytes clean up dead cells. 19-Sept-2022

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