Human Anatomy
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Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
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Chapter 18, Problem 2RQ
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The white blood cell that releases histamine and mediators of inflammation.
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In the human body, there are three types of blood cells, namely erythrocytes, leukocytes, and thrombocytes. Different kinds of blood cells are associated with distinct functions in the body. Leukocytes are also known as white blood cells (WBCs) and are divided into several subtypes.
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