NEET PG DENTAL EXAM

Detailed explanation-1: -Monocytes are phagocytic cells which circulate in the blood. An equivalent cell type, called the macrophage, is a resident cell in connective tissue. Monocytes/macrophages engulf and digest foreign microorganisms, dead or worn-out cells, and other tissue debris.

Detailed explanation-2: -Monocytes, which are circulating cells in the blood, differentiate into macrophages when they enter connective tissue.

Detailed explanation-3: -Leukocytes are white blood cells that are readily found in connective tissue. Lymphocytes (similar in size to red blood cells) are the most common connective tissue leukocyte.

Detailed explanation-4: -A type of white blood cell that surrounds and kills microorganisms, removes dead cells, and stimulates the action of other immune system cells.