Where are neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils produced?
a. Thymus
b. Spleen
c. Red bone marrow
d. Lymph nodes
ANS: C
The granular white blood cells (WBCs) (neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils) are produced in the red bone marrow. T lymphocytes complete their development in the thymus. The T lymphocytes and B lymphocytes become activated, proliferate, and differentiate in the lymph nodes, spleen, and lymphatic nodules.
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