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Multiple Choice
Granulocytes do NOT include __________.
A
eosinophils
B
monocytes
C
PMNs
D
neutrophils
E
basophils
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Understand the classification of white blood cells (WBCs) in the immune system. WBCs are divided into two main categories: granulocytes and agranulocytes.
Recognize that granulocytes are characterized by the presence of granules in their cytoplasm and include neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils.
Identify that agranulocytes lack visible granules in their cytoplasm and include lymphocytes and monocytes.
Review the list of options provided: eosinophils, monocytes, PMNs (polymorphonuclear leukocytes, which are another name for neutrophils), neutrophils, and basophils.
Determine which of the options is an agranulocyte. Monocytes are agranulocytes, thus they are not included in the granulocyte category.