What is the purpose of basophils?
They cause inflammation in order to allow more leukocytes to migrate to the affected area
They aid in destroying parasites and addressing allergic reactions
They engulf bacteria and pathogens in the body
They release antibodies for one specific antigen
Which white blood cell type will notably increase during allergies and parasitic infections?
Lymphocytes
Neutrophils
Monocytes
Eosinophils
Basophils