Multiple choice

Which type of white blood cells are concerned with the release of histamine and the natural anticoagulant heparin?

  1. Monocytes

  2. Neutrophils

  3. Basophils

  4. Eosinophils
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Explanation

Basophils are the white blood cells primarily responsible for releasing histamine and heparin. Histamine promotes inflammation and allergic responses, while heparin acts as an anticoagulant that prevents blood clotting. Neutrophils are phagocytic, eosinophils combat parasites, and monocytes become macrophages.

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