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Which of the following compounds do basophils produce to induce inflammation?
Which of the following compounds do basophils produce to induce inflammation?
- Histamine and serotonin (correct)
- Immunoglobulin E and IgE receptors
- Heparin and fibrinogen
- Interleukin-6 and tumor necrosis factor
What is the most common type of granulocyte?
What is the most common type of granulocyte?
- Monocytes
- Neutrophils (correct)
- Eosinophils
- Basophils
Who discovered basophils in 1879?
Who discovered basophils in 1879?
- Paul Ehrlich (correct)
- Louis Pasteur
- Robert Koch
- Alexander Fleming
What type of tissue were mast cells once thought to be derived from?
What type of tissue were mast cells once thought to be derived from?
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What feature makes basophils susceptible to staining by basic dyes?
What feature makes basophils susceptible to staining by basic dyes?
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Study Notes
Basophils and Inflammation
- Basophils produce histamine to induce inflammation.
Types of Granulocytes
- The most common type of granulocyte is neutrophils.
Discovery of Basophils
- Paul Ehrlich discovered basophils in 1879.
Origin of Mast Cells
- Mast cells were once thought to be derived from connective tissue.
Staining Characteristics of Basophils
- The presence of acidic granules in basophils makes them susceptible to staining by basic dyes.
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Learn about the role of basophils, the least common type of granulocyte. Discover their function in inflammatory reactions during immune response and their involvement in allergic diseases.
