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The Army Inside You: White Blood Cells at Work
- White blood cells make up less than 1% of your blood—but they’re mighty.
- Neutrophils rush in first, acting as the immune system’s emergency responders.
- Lymphocytes handle long-term defense and memory.
- Monocytes morph into macrophages, engulfing invaders whole.
- Eosinophils specialize in fighting parasites and managing allergies.
- Basophils release histamine, triggering inflammation when needed.
- Natural killer cells target infected or cancerous cells directly.
- Every drop of blood carries thousands of these micro-warriors.
- They communicate through chemical “texts” called cytokines.
- Their teamwork keeps you healthy even when you don’t notice the battle.