Question

What are lymphocytes? Briefly describe the functions of two special types of lymphocytes present in our blood.

Hint:

Lymphocytes = B cells (antibodies) + T cells (cell-mediated immunity).

Answer 1

Lymphocytes are a type of white blood cell (WBC) responsible for immune responses in the body.

There are two types of lymphocytes:

• B lymphocytes (B cells): Produce antibodies that neutralize pathogens.
• T lymphocytes (T cells): Help in cell-mediated immunity by destroying infected cells and regulating immune responses.