neutrophils ↔ eosinophils

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Neutrophils and eosinophils are both classified as granulocytes [1] and are recognized as immune cells capable of releasing cytokines [2]. Furthermore, both cell types are recruited to sites of infection and inflammation by mast cell mediators [3].

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3. The Innate Immune System - Immunopaedia immunopaedia.org.za Immunopaedia 1 fact

claimThe rapid release of mast cell mediators promotes vascular permeability, induces vasoconstriction, and recruits eosinophils, neutrophils, and other cells.

The components of the immune system - Immunobiology - NCBI - NIH ncbi.nlm.nih.gov Janeway CA Jr, Travers P, Walport M · Garland Science 1 fact

claimNeutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils are collectively classified as granulocytes and circulate in the blood until they are recruited to act as effector cells at sites of infection and inflammation.

What are Cytokines? Types & Function - Cleveland Clinic my.clevelandclinic.org Cleveland Clinic 1 fact

claimImmune cells that release cytokines include macrophages, dendritic cells, lymphocytes (T and B lymphocytes), monocytes, neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils, and mast cells.