Which Cell Becomes a Macrophage When Leaving the Bloodstream

Question

Which cell becomes a macrophage when leaving the bloodstream?
A) monocyte
B) lymphocyte
C) basophil
D) eosinophil
E) neutrophil

Accepted Answer

Monocytes are the largest white blood cells and can differentiate into macrophages when they leave the bloodstream and enter tissues. Lymphocytes, basophils, eosinophils, and neutrophils do not differentiate into macrophages.