The main function of white blood cells in the body is to (1) carry oxygen (2) help in clot formation (3) produce more red cells (4) protect body against diseases Answer : protect body against diseases...
Which of the following is true with reference to blood platelets? (1) They have prominent nuclei. (2) They are involved in phagocytosis (3) They have a pigment called haemoglobin (4) They are also called thrombocytes. Answer : They are also called thrombocytes....
Which of the following statements concerning platelets is INCORRECT. Platelets: a) contain DNA b) are roughly disk-shaped c) have little ability to synthesize proteins d) are between 1/2 and 1/3 the diameter of the red cell Answer : ANSWER: A -- contain DNA...
The smallest of the FORMED elements of the blood are the: a) white cells b) red cells c) platelets d) erythrocytes Answer : ANSWER: C -- platelets...
The cells which are responsible for the production of antibodies are (1) red blood cells (2) neutrophils (3) lymphocytes (4) platelets Answer : lymphocytes...
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