What is another word for microphage?
Pronunciation: [mˈa͡ɪkɹəfɪd͡ʒ] (IPA) 
Microphages are small immune cells that play an important role in our body's defense against infections. They are also known as phagocytes or macrophages. Phagocytes are cells that engulf or ingest foreign particles, bacteria, and dead cells in the body, while macrophages are larger phagocytes that are found in tissues. Other synonyms for microphage include monocyte, leukocyte, and white blood cell. Monocyte is a type of leukocyte or white blood cell that functions as a precursor to macrophages, which means it can turn into macrophages when they enter tissues. The term white blood cell refers to the immune cells in the bloodstream that help defend the body against infections and diseases.
