What is the difference between a macrophage and a monocyte?

Macrophages are simply monocytes that reside in tissues, rather than blood. In histology, monocytes appear bean shaped, whereas macrophages are just large with fluffy edges.

AS
Answered by Alec S. Biology tutor

21375 Views

See similar Biology GCSE tutors

Related Biology GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Describe the similarities and differences in form between DNA and RNA


What is eutrophication, and how does it happen?


My knowledge of biology is good but I never seem to get all the marks on a question - how can I get as many marks as possible?


How can I differentiate prokatyotic and eukaryotic cells?


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning