In a tabular from, what are some of the differences between mature RBC and Reticulocyte?
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Dec 27, 2023
Here are some differences between mature red blood cells (RBCs) and reticulocytes in a tabular form:
| Mature RBCs | Reticulocytes | |-------------|---------------| | Fully matured and functional red blood cells | Immature red blood cells | | Lack a nucleus and other organelles | Contain remnants of ribosomes and other organelles | | Biconcave disc shape | Slightly larger and more spherical shape | | Lifespan of approximately 120 days | Lifespan of around 1-2 days | | Do not contain RNA | Contain residual RNA | | Cannot divide or replicate | Capable of division and maturation into mature RBCs | | Higher oxygen-carrying capacity due to hemoglobin content | Lower oxygen-carrying capacity compared to mature RBCs | | Predominant cell type in the bloodstream | Present in small numbers in the bloodstream | | Produced in the bone marrow | Released into the bloodstream from the bone marrow | | Used for oxygen and carbon dioxide transport | Indicate the rate of RBC production and bone marrow activity | | Stain uniformly with Wright's stain | Stain slightly bluish-gray due to residual RNA |
These are some of the key differences between mature RBCs and reticulocytes.