Mononuclear cells (Monocytes) Flashcards
1
Q
Maturation stages:
A
Monoblast –> Promonocyte –> Monocyte
2
Q
Appearance on stained smear:
- Nucleus is may be round, oval, _____ or _____
- Has ____ or ____ chromatin pattern
A
kidney shaped or horse-shoe shaped
stringy or lace-like
3
Q
Appearance on stained smear:
Cytoplasm is _______ with fine azure granules (“_________” appearance)
A
bluish gray
ground-glass
4
Q
T or F
Cytoplasmic and nuclear vacuoles may also be present
A
T
5
Q
Monocytes remain in the circulation for approximately ______
A
3 days
6
Q
Functions:
A
Phagocytosis
Antigen-presenting cell
Destruction of senescent (aged) RBCs
7
Q
Associated Diseases:
A
tuberculosis
brucellosis
leishmaniasis
SBE
Malaria
Autoimmune disorders
