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What is the difference between erythrocyte, leukocyte, and a thrombocyte?

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Dr. Liawaty Ho answered

Specializes in Hematology and Oncology

Different cells: Erythrocyte is red blood cell- its job is to carry oxygen and delivers to the entire body; leukocyte is white blood cell-and its job is related to our immune system/fighting infections etc; thrombocyte or platelet- type of blood cell that is playing a role in thrombosis- to stop bleeding in the event of bleeding. They are part of blood cells- but completely different kind of cells.

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Answered 4/25/2018

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