Formed Elements in Blood

Erythrocytes are responsible for carrying __________ from your lungs to the rest of the body.

Oxygen

Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that is __________ in color.

Clear

Thrombocytes are small, __________ cell fragments that help in clotting.

Colorless

Eosinophils protect the body from __________, allergens, and foreign bacteria.

Parasites

Basophils are also known as __________ and are involved in allergic reactions and inflammation.

Granulocytes

Monocytes are the largest type of white blood cell with a __________-shaped nucleus.

Kidney

Hemocytoblasts are involved in __________ and are mainly found in bone marrow.

Pluripotency

Phagocytosis involves __________ and degrading foreign particles like bacteria.

Ingesting

The first step of diapedesis is __________, where white blood cells are attracted to the infection site.

Chemotaxis

Megakaryocytes aid in platelet production and are characterized by their __________ color.

Pink