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Which of these are not granulocytes?
Which of these are not granulocytes?
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The correct option is A Monocytes
Agranulocytes, also known as mononuclear leukocytes, are white blood cells with a one-lobed nucleus. They are characterized by the absence of granules in their cytoplasm, which distinguishes them from granulocytes. Lymphocytes and monocytes are types of agranulocytes while basophils, neutrophils and eosinophils are types of granulocytes.
So, the correct option is 'Monocytes'.
Agranulocytes, also known as mononuclear leukocytes, are white blood cells with a one-lobed nucleus. They are characterized by the absence of granules in their cytoplasm, which distinguishes them from granulocytes. Lymphocytes and monocytes are types of agranulocytes while basophils, neutrophils and eosinophils are types of granulocytes.
So, the correct option is 'Monocytes'.
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