Granulocytes Flashcards
1
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Granulocytes
A
Comes from myeloid tissue
Neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils
- All end in “-phil”
- Very active when the body is going through an infection
2
Q
Neutrophils*
A
They frequently attack bacteria - really important to prevent infection + respond to any bacteria
3
Q
Eosinophils
A
Most notable in allergies
4
Q
Basophils
A
Release histamine for allergy response to get rid of allergy out of body
