Can white blood cells and red blood cells divide?

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Dr Bhanu Prakash

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Unlike red blood cells, white blood cells do not divide or undergo mitosis.

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Take a LDH Test (Lactate Dehydrogenase) Test or Take a Anti Nuclear Antibody / Factor (ANA / ANF), IFA (HEP-2) End Point Titre Test

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