Which one of the following is not a true blood cell?

Monocytes

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Lymphocytes

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Neutrophils

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Platelets

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Solution

The correct option is D Platelets
Platelets cannot be called as true blood cells as they lack a nucleus.
nucleus. They are disk-like projections. Whenever a blood vessel is injured, platelets accumulate at the site of injury and help in the formation of a
blood clot. The clot seals the wound in blood vessels and prevents further blood loss.

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