components of blood: white blood cells Flashcards
1
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white blood cells
leukocytes
A
destroy invaders by phagocytosis, form anitbodies, less than 1% of blood
2
Q
granulocytes
neutrophil
A
engulf and destroy bacteria
in blood and tissue
3
Q
granulocytes
eosinophil
A
participate and defense in allergic reactions
in mucus lining of digestive and respiratory tract
4
Q
granulocytes
basophil
A
aid in immunity by secreting substances that attract phagocytes
in bone marrow
5
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agranuloycytes
lymphocyte
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produce antibodies to immobilize pathogens
in blood and lymph
6
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agranulocytes
monocyte
A
become macrophages to destroy bacteria
in blood stream
