Which Formed Elements of Blood Lose Most of Their Organelles

Question

Which formed elements of blood lose most of their organelles during differentiation and maturation?
A) megakaryocytes
B) basophils
C) monocytes
D) lymphocytes
E) erythrocytes

Accepted Answer

Erythrocytes, or red blood cells, lose most of their organelles during differentiation and maturation. They do not have a nucleus, mitochondria, or other organelles, allowing for more space for hemoglobin and oxygen transport.