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Neutrophils are classified as a specific type of phagocyte, as evidenced by their inclusion in the category of white blood cells known as phagocytes [1] and their functional role as phagocytic cells {fact:1, fact:2}.
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Immunity In Depth | Linus Pauling Institute lpi.oregonstate.edu 3 facts
claimVitamin C stimulates the production and function of leukocytes (white blood cells), specifically neutrophils, lymphocytes, and phagocytes.
claimNeutrophils, which attack foreign bacteria and viruses, are the primary immune cell type stimulated by vitamin C, though lymphocytes and other phagocytes are also affected.
claimVitamin A deficiency impairs the function of neutrophils and phagocytic cells like macrophages.
The components of the immune system - Immunobiology - NCBI - NIH ncbi.nlm.nih.gov 1 fact
claimNeutrophils are the most numerous and important cellular component of the innate immune response and function as phagocytic cells.
3. The Innate Immune System - Immunopaedia immunopaedia.org.za 1 fact
claimMononuclear phagocytes (monocytes and macrophages) and neutrophils are phagocytic cells involved in the clearance of inert particles and microbial agents.
Overview of the Immune System - Merck Manuals merckmanuals.com 1 fact
claimThe category of white blood cells known as phagocytes includes macrophages, neutrophils, monocytes, and dendritic cells.