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  • Neutrophils: Understanding the 'Polymorph' Blood Cell
    The blood cell type called a polymorph is a neutrophil.

    Here's why:

    * Polymorph is an older term for neutrophils. It refers to their multi-lobed nucleus, which appears as several connected segments under a microscope.

    * Neutrophils are a type of white blood cell that play a crucial role in the immune system, particularly in fighting bacterial infections.

    While "polymorph" is less common in modern medical terminology, it's still sometimes used, especially in older texts or informal discussions.

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