Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach
Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780803658677
Author: Barbara A. Gylys MEd CMA-A (AAMA), Mary Ellen Wedding MEd MT(ASCP) CMA (AAMA) CPC (AAPC)
Publisher: F.A. Davis Company
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Chapter 9, Problem 2BMW
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The white blood cells (WBCs) are also known as leukocytes. These cells belong to the immune system and protect the body by defending against the antigens entering the body. They are found both in the blood and in the lymphatic system. A healthy individual comprises 1% of WBCs in total blood that is around 4,000 to 11,000 WBCs/µl blood. The main characteristic feature that distinguishes leukocytes from erythrocytes is the presence of nucleus is leukocytes.

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Medical Terminology Systems: A Body Systems Approach

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