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Macrophages (PrB)


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Macrophages are large, mononuclear leukocytes  (white blood cells) that can phagocytose, meaning, they engulf and digest cellular debris and pathogens. Macrophages are normally found in the peripheral blood, liver, spleen and connective tissue.

Prenatal - Postnatal
Macrophages
Multiple Ancestors Single Ancestor No Descendants Develops from Part of Parent