White Blood Cells Flashcards
What is the primary function of white blood cells?
To protect the body against infections and foreign invaders.
True or False: White blood cells are also known as leukocytes.
True
Fill in the blank: The two main types of white blood cells are ______ and ______.
granulocytes, agranulocytes
Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for producing antibodies?
B lymphocytes (B cells)
What is the role of T lymphocytes (T cells) in the immune response?
To directly kill infected cells and coordinate the immune response.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of granulocyte? A) Neutrophils B) Eosinophils C) Monocytes D) Basophils
C) Monocytes
What is the normal range of white blood cells in a healthy adult’s blood?
4,000 to 11,000 cells per microliter.
True or False: White blood cells can be found in tissues as well as in the bloodstream.
True
What is the primary function of neutrophils?
To engulf and destroy bacteria and fungi.
Multiple Choice: Which type of white blood cell is involved in allergic reactions? A) Neutrophils B) Eosinophils C) Basophils D) Monocytes
C) Basophils
Fill in the blank: The process by which white blood cells leave the bloodstream to reach tissues is called ______.
diapedesis
What is the lifespan of a typical white blood cell?
Days to years, depending on the type of cell.
True or False: Lymphocytes are a type of agranulocyte.
True
What is the role of macrophages in the immune system?
To ingest and digest pathogens and dead cells.
Multiple Choice: Which type of white blood cell is elevated during parasitic infections? A) Neutrophils B) Eosinophils C) Basophils D) Lymphocytes
B) Eosinophils
What is leukopenia?
A condition characterized by a low white blood cell count.
True or False: White blood cells can divide and replicate.
True
Fill in the blank: The primary site of white blood cell production is the ______.
bone marrow
What type of immunity do B cells provide?
Humoral immunity.
Multiple Choice: Which type of white blood cell is typically the first responder to an infection? A) Eosinophils B) Neutrophils C) Lymphocytes D) Basophils
B) Neutrophils
What is the role of dendritic cells in the immune system?
To present antigens to T cells and activate them.
True or False: Basophils release histamine during an allergic reaction.
True
Fill in the blank: The white blood cell count is typically measured in ______ per microliter of blood.
cells
What is the function of natural killer (NK) cells?
To attack and destroy virus-infected cells and tumor cells.