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What is the distinctive morphology of the nucleus of neutrophils?
What is the distinctive morphology of the nucleus of neutrophils?
- Linear shape with two lobes
- Clump-like pattern with three to five lobes connected by fine chromatin strands (correct)
- Triangular shape with one lobe
- Spherical shape with no lobes
What is present in the cytoplasm of neutrophils that is lightly eosinophilic and contains granules?
What is present in the cytoplasm of neutrophils that is lightly eosinophilic and contains granules?
- Membrane-bound specific granules (correct)
- Azurophilic granules that stain reddish purple
- Golgi complex and mitochondria
- All of the above
What is the function of neutrophils outside the circulation?
What is the function of neutrophils outside the circulation?
- Synthesizing antibodies
- Involved in blood clotting
- Responsible for oxygen transport
- Actively motile and avidly phagocytic (correct)
What determines the chromosomal sex and may be present in the nucleus of neutrophils in females?
What determines the chromosomal sex and may be present in the nucleus of neutrophils in females?
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How long do neutrophils usually stay in the bloodstream before migrating across venule and capillary walls?
How long do neutrophils usually stay in the bloodstream before migrating across venule and capillary walls?
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What is the percentage of neutrophils in the leukocyte count?
What is the percentage of neutrophils in the leukocyte count?
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What is the distinctive pattern of the nucleus in neutrophils?
What is the distinctive pattern of the nucleus in neutrophils?
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What are the primary lysosomes in neutrophils responsible for?
What are the primary lysosomes in neutrophils responsible for?
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Where do neutrophils migrate after staying in the bloodstream for 8-12 hours?
Where do neutrophils migrate after staying in the bloodstream for 8-12 hours?
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What is the role of neutrophils in connective tissues?
What is the role of neutrophils in connective tissues?
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