noun
- A white blood cell that lacks visible granules in its cytoplasm when stained, including lymphocytes and monocytes.
Usage: medical/scientific term; also called non-granular leukocyte
Examples
- Agranulocytes make up about 30% of the white blood cells in healthy adults.
- The two main types of agranulocytes are lymphocytes and monocytes.
- Under a microscope, agranulocytes appear smooth because they lack visible granules.
- A blood test can distinguish between granulocytes and agranulocytes.
- Agranulocytes play a crucial role in immune response and antibody production.