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WBCs are also called___.


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leucocytes

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erythrocytes

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thrombocytes

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oncocyte

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Solution

The correct option is A

leucocytes


WBCs are also called Leucocytes. White blood cells are a type of immune cell that helps fight against infections and other diseases. Each type of white blood cell plays a different role in protecting the body. The white blood cell count (WBC) is used to help diagnose an infection, inflammatory process, allergies, leukemia and immune disorders.


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