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What is the specialized function of adipocytes (fat cells)?

Phagocytosis of particulate materials

Production of cytokines and chemotactic factors

Storage of neutral fats or heat production (correct)

Synthesis of antibodies

Which characteristic appearance is associated with plasma cells?

Cartwheel or spoke-wheel nucleus (correct)

Clock face

Monocyte

Signet ring

What is the main function of macrophages?

Storage of neutral fats

Phagocytosis of particulate materials (correct)

Synthesis of antibodies

Production of cytokines

What is the relationship between monocytes and macrophages?

Monocytes are the precursor cells of macrophages Signup and view all the answers

Where are Kupffer cells found?

Liver Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the diffuse system of macrophages found in various organs?

Mononuclear Phagocytic System Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of adipocytes?

Cytoplasmic storage of lipid as neutral fats Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is a characteristic of macrophages?

Phagocytosis of bacteria Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of eosinophilic leukocytes?

Modulation of allergic/vasoactive reactions and defense against parasites Signup and view all the answers

What is the precursor cell of macrophages?

Monocytes Signup and view all the answers

What is the defining characteristic of mast cells?

Filled with basophilic secretory granules Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the cytokines present in mast cell granules?

Directing the activities of leukocytes and other cells of the immune system Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of a Kupffer cell in the liver?

Synthesizing and secreting heparin Signup and view all the answers

Which cell type is primarily responsible for antigen processing and presentation in the central nervous system?

Plasma cell Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of a Mast cell in the body?

Attracting leukocytes through chemotactic factors Signup and view all the answers

Where are Mesangial cells primarily located in the human body?

Lymph nodes and spleen Signup and view all the answers

Which type of fiber is NOT one of the three main types of connective tissue fibers?

Basophilic Signup and view all the answers

What is a characteristic feature of Alveolar macrophages in the lungs?

Spherical nucleus and centrally located Signup and view all the answers