ANAPHY QUIZ (TYPES OF CELL IN THE HUMAN BODY) Flashcards
1
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Transport oxygen and carbon dioxided
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Red Blood cells (erythrocytes)
2
Q
Phagocytizes microorganisms and other substances
A
neutrophil
3
Q
Releases histamine, which promotes inflammation, heparin, which prevents clot formation
A
basophil
4
Q
Releases chemicals that reduce inflammation; attacks certain worm parasites
A
Eosinophil
5
Q
Produces antibodies and other chemicals responsible for destroying microorganisms; contributes to allergic reactions, graft rejection, tumor control, and regulation of the immune system
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Lymphocytes
6
Q
Phagocytic cell in the blood; leaves the blood and becomes a macrophage, which phagocytizes bacteria, dead cells, cell fragments, and other debris within tissues.
A
Monocyte
7
Q
Releases chemicals necessary for blood clotting
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Platelets
