Which of the Following Is not True of Monocytes

question 74

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not true of monocytes?

• A) are long lived
• B) about same size as basophils
• C) become macrophages
• D) can phagocytize bacteria
• E) enter tissues and wander

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