Q153 / 199 · NEET 2008 (Mains) · Zoology

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

  • A
    Monocytes
  • B
    Neutrophils
  • Correct answer
    C
    Basophils
  • D
    Eosinophils

Solution

Basophils have a function similar to mast cells. So both basophils and mast cells contain heparin, histamine and serotonin.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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