Question
With the help of chart identify and write the function of any four leucocytes.
Type Leucocytes Name of cell Function
Granulocytes
Agranulocytes

Answer


Type Leucocytes Name of cell Function
Granulocytes Neutrophil Neutrophils are responsible for destroying pathogens by the process of phagocytosis.
Basophil Basophils are present in infected and allergic conditions only. They secrete heparin, histamine and serotonin.
Eosinophil Eosinophils destroy antigen antibody complex by phagocytosis. Their number increases in allergic condition and they show antihistaminic property. They are also responsible for detoxification as they produce antitoxins.
Agranulocytes Lymphocyte B-lymphocytes are responsible for antibody production/humoral immunity. It is highly specific. T-lymphocytes are responsible for cellmediated immunity
Monocyte Monocytes are mainly phagocytic and destroy the bacteria and dead or damaged tissue by phagocytosis.

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