Myelocytes
Myelocytes
Myelocytes (pronounced: my·elo·cyte | \ mī-ˈe-lə-ˌsīt \) are cells found in the bone marrow that are part of the white blood cell production process, specifically the granulocyte series. They are derived from myeloblasts and give rise to metamyelocytes, which further mature into granulocytes.
Etymology
The term "myelocyte" is derived from the Greek words "myelos" meaning marrow, and "kytos" meaning cell.
Function
Myelocytes are an integral part of the body's immune system. They are precursors to the granulocytes, a type of white blood cell that includes neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils. These cells are responsible for fighting off infections and diseases in the body.
Related Terms
- Myeloblast: A cell that originates from a hematopoietic stem cell and matures into a myelocyte.
- Metamyelocyte: The stage of cell development in the granulocyte series that follows a myelocyte.
- Granulocyte: A type of white blood cell that is filled with microscopic granules, tiny sacs that contain enzymes to digest microorganisms. Granulocytes include neutrophils, eosinophils, and basophils.
- Neutrophil: The most abundant type of granulocyte, essential in defending the body against infection.
- Eosinophil: A type of granulocyte that is responsible for combating multicellular parasites and certain infections in vertebrates.
- Basophil: A type of granulocyte that appears in many kinds of inflammatory reactions, particularly those that cause allergic symptoms.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Myelocytes
- Wikipedia's article - Myelocytes
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