Question

Which blood cell releases chemical to 'inhibit blood' clotting?

• A. Monocyte
• B. Eosinophil
• C. Basophil
• D. Neutrophil

Answer 1

Answer: (C)

Basophil

A. Monocytes are agranulocytes which are actively motile and phagocytic cells.

B. Eosinophils are granulocytes which play an important role in immunity and allergic reactions in body.

C. Basophils are granulocytes which secrete heparin, serotonin and histamine. Heparin is an anticoagulant which prevents blood clotting by inhibiting clotting factors.

D. Neutrophils are granulocytes which perform phagocytosis.

So, the correct answer is 'Basophil'.