Which of the following statements regarding the different types of leukocytes is not true?

A) Monocytes release histamine.
B) Eosinophils destroy parasites.
C) Neutrophils are phagocytic.
D) Lymphocytes protect through immunity activity.


A
Explanation: Monocytes are important for phagocytosis; basophils release histamine. The other statements are true.

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