Neutrophils are a type of granulocyte that is also called polymorphonuclear leucocyte. They are the most common. They phagocytose and destroy microorganisms -especially bacteria.
The other types of granulocytes are the basophil - that secrete histamine and mediate inflammatory reactions and eosinophils that destroy parasites.
Monocytes mature into macrophages. Macrophages and Neutrophils make up the main phagocytes in the body.
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