white blood cell, also called leukocyte or white corpuscle, a cellular component of the blood that lacks hemoglobin, has a nucleus, is capable of motility, and defends the body against infection and disease by ingesting foreign materials and cellular debris, by destroying infectious agents and cancer cells, or by ...

Is nucleus present in WBC?

All white blood cells have nuclei, which distinguishes them from the other blood cells, the anucleated red blood cells (RBCs) and platelets.

Is nucleus absent in WBC?

Hemoglobin is absent in WBCs. 9. The nucleus is absent (anucleate). Present and may be bilobed, irregular or round.