Question

what are lymphocytes?

Answer 1

a form of small leucocyte (white blood cell) with a single round nucleus, occurring especially in the lymphatic system.

Answer 2

Answer :-

"Lymphocytes" can be defined as the the smallest leucocytes, slightly larger than the Red Blood Cells (RBCs).

Extra Information :-

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• Lymphocytes are small, non-phagocytic cells with round, dense nuclei and a small amount of cytoplasm.

• Lymphocytes are the second most common leucocytes in blood.

• Lymphocytes make up about (20-30)% of White Blood Cells (WBCs).

• There are two functionally distinct types: "T-lymphocytes" and "B-lymphocytes".

• Lymphocytes play the central role in all immunological defence mechanisms of the body.

• Lymphocytes protect the body from the action of pathogens.

• Lymphocytes are responsible for the production of antibodies.