Agranulocytes Lymphocytes Functions
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Which of the following is the primary role of neutrophils in the immune response?

  • Aggressive antibacterial activity (correct)
  • Destruction of large parasites
  • Secretion of histamine and heparin
  • Phagocytosis of antigen-antibody complexes and allergens
  • What is the primary cause of eosinophilia (increased eosinophil count)?

  • Chickenpox
  • Bacterial infections
  • Collagen diseases and allergies (correct)
  • Diabetes
  • Which of the following is a key function of macrophages in the immune system?

  • Destruction of large parasites
  • Phagocytosis of pathogens (correct)
  • Secretion of histamine
  • Production of antibodies
  • What is the primary function of basophils in the immune response?

    <p>Secretion of histamine and heparin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary role of the thymus in the development of the immune system?

    <p>Maturation of T cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?

    <p>Present antigens to activate other immune cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of lymphocytes in the immune system?

    <p>Recognition of antigens and initiation of the adaptive immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukocyte is most abundant in the body?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do Monocytes transform into macrophages?

    <p>In tissues outside the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes monocytes from other types of leukocytes?

    <p>Abundant bluish cytoplasm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of stem cells differentiate into Myeloblasts?

    <p>Hemopoietic stem cells (HSCs)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leukocyte type has a bilobed nucleus and large rosy-orange granules?

    <p>Monocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where do T lymphocytes complete their development?

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which leukocyte is characterized by a three- to five-lobed nucleus?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which white blood cells store and release granulocytes and monocytes?

    <p>Red bone marrow</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main role of Lymphocytes in diverse infections and immune responses?

    <p>Present antigens to activate other immune cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukocyte has large, abundant, violet granules that obscure an S-shaped nucleus?

    <p>Basophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

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