what is the function of WBC??
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what is the function of WBC??
WBC are also called leucocytes because they are colourless.
WBC have various functions :-
★They protect body against allergy and parasitic infections.
★They secrete and transport heparin, histamine and serotonin.
★They are phagocytic in nature. Therefore destroy bacteria and viruses by phagocytosis.
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White blood cells(WBCs) are the body's defense systems. They attack foreign bodies that invaded the blood or any part of the body. Foreign bodies like the bacteria, viruses and the fungi rendering them less invasive and even destroys them. They are cells involved in the “inflammatory” response. This response develops when tissue is damaged or invaded by microbes. Neutrophils specialize is killing bacteria. Eosinophils kill parasites. Monocytes control inflammation by releasing cytokines. Lymphocytes recognize and destroy cells infected by viruses or transplanted foreign cells.