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What becomes wandering macrophages?
monocytes
What are the tissues of the immune system?
The lymphatic tissues, white blood cells, the cells of Langerhans, B-cells, T-cells, tonsils, lymph nodes, pancreas, bone marrow, mast cells, wandering lymphocytes, wandering macrophages, type I lung cells and quite a few other types
How do macrophages replicate?
Macrophages do not replicate. The bone marrow produces Monocytes which when they find a damaged area transform into Macrophages.
Which organ does NOT contain fixed macrophages?
The brain does not contain fixed macrophages. Instead, microglia serve as the resident macrophages in the brain.
Are macrophages responsible for allergic reactions?
No, macrophages are responsible for removing dying or dead cells in the early stages of inflammation. Macrophages essentially ingest these.
What is alveolar macrophages also known as?
Alveolar macrophages, aka DUST CELLS.
What happens to monocytes when they enter tissues?
They become larger and turn into macrophages
What is murine macrophages?
Murine means "of, related to, or affecting rodents of the family Muridae," like mice. Murine macrophages are simply macrophages of these types of animals.
What are immature monocytes?
MACROPHAGES (Some Monocytes enter tissue, enlarge, and Mature into Macrophages).
Some monocytes enter the tissues and mature into phagocytic cells called?
Macrophages
What are the examples of fixed and wandering cells of connective tissue?
Fixed cells of connective tissue include fibroblasts, adipocytes, and macrophages, which are typically stationary and involved in the maintenance and support of tissue structure. Wandering cells, such as lymphocytes, plasma cells, and neutrophils, move throughout the tissue and are primarily involved in immune responses and inflammation. These cells play crucial roles in the body's defense mechanisms and tissue repair.
How does macrophages fight disease?
macrophages engulf, or eat , any microorganisms or viruses that enter your body
