cells and tissues Flashcards
1
Q
what are the three types of granulocytes
A
neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils
2
Q
what are the special features of the immune system
A
-movable
-dynamic and responsive
-large
3
Q
what are the key features of neutrophils
A
-the most common white blood cell
-multi lobed nucleus
-granules containing lysosymes and myeloperoxidases
-primary phagocytic cell in acute inflammation
4
Q
what are the functions of granulocytes
A
recruited from blood to tissue during inflammation
produce many cytotoxic mediators includig oxygen reactive species and bleach
short lived
