17 Questions
Which of the following is the primary role of neutrophils in the immune response?
Aggressive antibacterial activity
What is the primary cause of eosinophilia (increased eosinophil count)?
Collagen diseases and allergies
Which of the following is a key function of macrophages in the immune system?
Phagocytosis of pathogens
What is the primary function of basophils in the immune response?
Secretion of histamine and heparin
What is the primary role of the thymus in the development of the immune system?
Maturation of T cells
What is the primary function of antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
Present antigens to activate other immune cells
What is the main function of lymphocytes in the immune system?
Recognition of antigens and initiation of the adaptive immune response
Which type of leukocyte is most abundant in the body?
Neutrophils
Where do Monocytes transform into macrophages?
In tissues outside the bloodstream
What distinguishes monocytes from other types of leukocytes?
Abundant bluish cytoplasm
Which type of stem cells differentiate into Myeloblasts?
Hemopoietic stem cells (HSCs)
Which leukocyte type has a bilobed nucleus and large rosy-orange granules?
Monocytes
Where do T lymphocytes complete their development?
Thymus
Which leukocyte is characterized by a three- to five-lobed nucleus?
Neutrophils
Which white blood cells store and release granulocytes and monocytes?
Red bone marrow
What is the main role of Lymphocytes in diverse infections and immune responses?
Present antigens to activate other immune cells
Which type of leukocyte has large, abundant, violet granules that obscure an S-shaped nucleus?
Basophils
Learn about the increased numbers of lymphocytes in various infections and immune responses. Explore their role in destroying cells, presenting antigens, coordinating actions of other immune cells, and providing immune memory.
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