Human Anatomy
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780135168059
Author: Marieb, Elaine Nicpon, Brady, Patricia, Mallatt, Jon
Publisher: Pearson Education, Inc.,
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Chapter 18, Problem 4RQ
Summary Introduction
To determine:
The blood cell that attacks a specific antigen.
Introduction:
Leukocytes are a category of blood cells that are also known as white blood cells. These leukocytes are associated with providing immunity to the body. There are various categories of leukocytes that are engaged in various processes of the immune system.
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