Cells and tissues Flashcards
Which cells is the most predominant granulocyte in the blood?
Neutrophil
Which cell has a three lobed nucleus?
Neutrophil
Which granulocyte contains basic proteins and is stained by acidic dye?
Eosinophil
Which granulocyte contains acidic proteins so is stained by basic dyes?
Basophil
What do the granules in basophils contain?
Histamine, leukotrienes, vasoactive mediators and platelet activating factor
Which is the major type of phagocytic cell?
Marcrophage
What is a macrophage called in the blood?
Monocyte
Which is an innate type of cell that detects virally infected cells?
NK cells
Which cell has granules that contain histamine and heparin?
Mast cells
Where are mast cells commonly found?
In allergy to protect mucosal surfaces
What are the primary lymphoid tissues?
Bone marrow and thymus
What are the secondary lymphoid tissues?
Spleen, tonsils, lymph nodes
