Match the cells with their correct meanings.

-Leukocyte whose granules have an affinity for basic stain; releases histamine and heparin
A)basophil
B)eosinophil
C)erythrocyte
D)hematopoietic stem cell
E)lymphocyte
F)monocyte
G)neutrophil
H)platelet

Question

Match the cells with their correct meanings.

-Leukocyte whose granules have an affinity for basic stain; releases histamine and heparin
A)basophil
B)eosinophil
C)erythrocyte
D)hematopoietic stem cell
E)lymphocyte
F)monocyte
G)neutrophil
H)platelet

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

A leukocyte with granules that have an affinity for basic stain and releases histamine and heparin is a basophil.

Answer: B 
 A leukocyte with granules that have an affinity for acidic stain and fights against parasitic infections is an eosinophil.

Answer: C 
 An erythrocyte is a red blood cell that carries oxygen and carbon dioxide throughout the body.

Answer: D 
 A hematopoietic stem cell is a precursor cell that gives rise to all types of blood cells.

Answer: E 
 A lymphocyte is a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune system, including antibody production.

Answer: F 
 A monocyte is a large white blood cell that can turn into a macrophage and engulf foreign particles and microorganisms.

Answer: G 
 A neutrophil is a type of white blood cell that is the first responder to infections and inflammation.

Answer: H 
 A platelet is a small cell fragment that helps in blood clotting and preventing excessive bleeding.

Match the Cells with Their Correct Meanings