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: Primarily involved in battling parasitic infections and allergic responses.
: They move from the bloodstream into tissues via the lymphatic vasculature using chemokine-directed "amoeboid movement". leucocyte
(also spelled leukocytes), commonly known as white blood cells (WBCs) , are the mobile units of the body's defensive system. They are produced in the bone marrow and lymph tissue and are distributed throughout the blood and lymphatic systems. Unlike red blood cells, all leucocytes have nuclei, which is their primary distinguishing feature. Classification of Leucocytes : Primarily involved in battling parasitic infections and
: Specific cell adhesion molecules (CAMs) allow leucocytes to stick to vascular endothelial cells, a process essential for reaching the site of an injury or infection. They are produced in the bone marrow and
: Certain leucocytes, like neutrophils and macrophages, ingest and destroy harmful germs and cellular debris.
: Release histamine and other chemicals during inflammatory reactions. Agranulocytes : Lack visible granules and include: