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Two immune cells have very similar functions. Both immune cells release histamine and induce inflammation. However, _________ cells reside in specific tissues, while _________ cells travel through the blood stream.
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21. The Immune System
Cells of the Immune System: Granulocytes
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Granulocytes are which type of cell in the immune system?
A
Erythrocytes
B
Monocytes
C
Lymphocytes
D
White blood cells
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Begin by understanding the term 'granulocytes'. Granulocytes are a type of white blood cell characterized by the presence of granules in their cytoplasm.
Recognize that white blood cells, also known as leukocytes, are a crucial component of the immune system responsible for fighting infections and foreign substances.
Differentiate between the types of white blood cells. Granulocytes include neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils, each with specific roles in immune response.
Compare granulocytes with other types of cells listed in the options: Erythrocytes are red blood cells responsible for oxygen transport, Monocytes are a type of white blood cell that can differentiate into macrophages, and Lymphocytes are white blood cells involved in adaptive immunity.
Conclude that granulocytes are indeed a type of white blood cell, as they are part of the immune system's defense mechanism against pathogens.
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