Which of the following characteristics differentiates mast cells from neutrophils and monocytes?

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Neutrophils and monocytes are phagocytes, while mast cells are not. Mast cells release inflammatory mediators such as histamine, whereas neutrophils and monocytes primarily engulf and digest invading pathogens. Choices B, C, and D are not distinguishing characteristics between these cell types, as neutrophils, monocytes, and mast cells can all be derived from bone marrow, participate in the inflammatory response, and originate as stem cells.

Which of the Following Characteristics Differentiates Mast Cells from Neutrophils