WBC's

Question 1

describe leukocytes

Answer 1

contains nucleus and full complement of organelles, no Hb

Question 2

what cells are leukocytes

Answer 2

B and T lymphocytes, monocytes, neutrophils, eosinophils, basophils

Question 3

define diapedesis

Answer 3

squeeze between capillary endothelial walls

Question 4

define chemotaxis

Answer 4

attracted to infected area by chemical bread crumb trail

Question 5

name the function of neutrophils

Answer 5

first responder
phagocytosis of bacteria
secretion of lysozymes

Question 6

name the function of eosinophils

Answer 6

hydrolyze parasites like tapeworms

Question 7

name the function of basophils

Answer 7

increase inflammation and allergic reactions by producing histamine (vasodialator)

Question 8

name the function of B and T lymphocytes

Answer 8

B: make antibodies
T: direct attack

Question 9

name the function of monocytes

Answer 9

mature into macrophages en route (on the way) to infection site
phagocytosis of microbes and dead self cells

late comers/clean up crew