Vocabulary Entry

granulocyte

|noun

noun

A type of white blood cell that has granules in its cytoplasm and is involved in the body's immune response.

Example Sentences

"Granulocytes play a critical role in fighting off infections."

"The doctor's examination revealed a high number of granulocytes in the patient's blood."

"Research indicates that granulocytes are among the first responders to bacterial infections."