Monocyte at Dentist Dictionary
What is Monocyte? A mononuclear phagocytic leukocyte with an ovoid or kidney-shaped nucleus, containing lacey, inear chromatin, and abundant gray-blue cytoplasm filled with fine, reddish and azurophilic granules.Dental Definition Added By: Luke
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