Multiple choice

Which type of leucocyte liberates heparin and histamine during infection?

  1. Neutrophils

  2. Monocytes

  3. Eosinophils

  4. Basophils

  5. Lymphocyte
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Explanation

Basophils remain in blood for short duration, and later migrate to the tissues. Basophils liberate heparin, an anticoagulant substance, which produce allergic reactions. They also liberate small quantities of bradykinin and serotonin, which participate in inflammatory process.

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