RBCs, WBCs and Blood Platelets : Types and Functions
Formed (cellular) elements Formed (cellular) elements (RBCs, WBCs and Platelets) are shaped structures visible under the microscope as cells and cell-like structures present in the blood. They form 42 – 45% of blood. These are of three types i.e., Red Blood Cells (RBCs) or Erythrocytes. White Blood Cells (WBCs) or Leucocytes. Blood platelets or Thrombocytes. … Read more