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Q. Which of the following match is correct?
Structure Percentage Function
(a) image 0.3 - 0.5 Phagocytic
(b) image 0.5 - 1.0 Secrete histamine and serotonin
(c) image 30 - 40 Defence against parasite
(d) image 30 - 40 Allergic reactions

Body Fluids and Circulation

Solution:

The structure given in option $'b'$ is of basophil. Basophils secrete histamine, serotonin, heparin, etc. and are involved in inflammatory reactions. The structure given in option $'a'$ is of neutrophil. Its percentage is $40-70\%$. The structure given in option $'c'$ is of eosinophil. Its percentage is $1-6\%$. The structure given in option'd' is of monocyte. Its percentage is $2-10\%$ and is phagocytic in function.