Eosinophils
Description
Eosinophils are a type of Granulocyte manufactured in the Bone Marrow and comprising 4% of the total White Blood Cell count. They are small and fast moving Cells that are often likened to "blitzkrieg" operations. Eosinophils are characterized by large red cytoplasmic granules.
Biological Functions of Eosinophils
Immune System
Eosinophils (when activated to become Phagocytes) specialize in devouring complexes of Antigens (allergens) and their associated Antibodies by releasing Hydrogen Peroxidase enzyme at the site of "invasions" - this released Hydrogen Peroxidase catalyzes the oxidation of Antigen/Antibody complexes by Hydrogen Peroxide. Neutrophils and Lymphocytes attract Eosinophils to Antigens (via the release of various Immune System Chemicals).
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