Blood - White Blood Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 5 types?
A
Granulocytes: Neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils
Agranulocytes: monocytes, lymphocytes
2
Q
Most and least prevalent?
A
Most: neurtrophils
Least: basophils
3
Q
Neutrophils function?
A
Primarily attack bacteria and fungi
4
Q
Monocytes function?
A
Largest of white blood cells
Develop into macrophages and engulf dead cells and pathogens (engulf dead red blood cells)
5
Q
Eosinophils function?
A
Crucial in allergic reactions. Increase during parasite attacks
6
Q
Basophil function?
A
Release histamine during inflammatory reactions to mediate it
7
Q
What are leukocytes?
A
Another name for white blood cells
8
Q
Lymphocytes function?
A
Makes up NK cells, B-cells and T-cells (part of immune system)
