Question

Give the other term for red blood cells.
1. Erythrocytes
2. Leucocytes
3. Chondrocytes
4. Osteocytes

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Erythrocytes

The correct answer is Erythrocytes.

• Red blood cells (Erythrocytes):
  • RBCs are the biconcave cells and without nucleus in humans; also known as erythrocytes.
  • RBCs contain the iron-rich protein called haemoglobin.
  • RBCs are the most copious blood cell produced in bone marrows.
  • Their main function is to transport oxygen from and to various tissues and organs.
  • Haemoglobin, aside from being a transport molecule, is a pigment.
  • It gives the cells their red colour (and their name).

• White blood cells (Leucocytes):
  • ​Leucocytes are colourless blood cells.
  • They are colourless because it is devoid of haemoglobin.
  • They are further classified as granulocytes and agranulocytes.
  • WBCs mainly contribute to immunity and defence mechanism.