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Properties of monocytes/macrophage, neutrophils, dendritic cells and lymphocytes.
| Cell type | Diameter (μm) | Lifespan | Amount per microliter in human blood |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monocytes/macrophage | ~25 | 10–20 h | 0–800 |
| Neutrophil | 10–12 | 3–4 days | 1800–7700 |
| Dendritic cell | 6–12 | days to weeks | 3000–17,000 |
| Lymphocyte | 6–12 | B cells: 4 days up to 5 weeks | 1000–4800 |
| T cells: lasting months to years |
