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Question
Differentiate between basophils and eosinophils
Solution
The difference between Basophils and eosinophils is-
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Basophils |
Eosinophils |
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1. They constitute about 0.5-1% of WBCs |
1. They constitute about 2-3% of WBCs |
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2. They secrete heparin, histamine and serotonin |
2. They resist infection |
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3. They are involved in inflammatory reaction |
3. These are associated with allergic reactions |
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