Which one of the followings is not a true blood cell-Monocytes-Lymphocytes-Neutrophils-Platelets-

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Which one of the followings 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 are not true blood cells. They are cytoplasmic fragments of a blood cell precursor. They help in clotting of blood during wounds and prevent excessive loss of blood. On the other hand monocytes, lymphocytes and neutrophils are different types of white blood cells.

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