Which of the following cell type is not a precursor of erythrocyte____________?

Correct answer: C. Myeloblast

  • A. PR erythroblast
  • B. Norm oblast
  • C. Myeloblast
  • D. Reticulocyte

Explanation

Myeloblasts are precursors of granulocytes, including neutrophils, eosinophils and basophils, not erythrocytes. Erythropoiesis proceeds through proerythroblast, normoblast and reticulocyte stages before forming a mature red cell.

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