What does MNC mean in BRITISH MEDICINE

An MNC is a mononuclear cell, which is a type of white blood cell involved in the body's immune system. Mononuclear cells have one nucleus and are typically larger than other types of white blood cells like lymphocytes or granulocytes.

The main purpose of an MNC is to recognize foreign invaders such as viruses or bacteria and initiate an appropriate immune response such as producing antibodies or activating other types of white blood cells like macrophages or T cells.

MNCs are produced by the bone marrow, which is responsible for producing all types of white blood cells including mononuclear cells.

Yes, there are several different types of mononuclear cells that can be further divided into subtypes depending on their specific role within the body. For example, B-lymphocytes (or B-cells) play a key role in producing antibodies that fight infection; macrophages act as scavengers that identify and destroy diseased cells; and natural killer (NK) cells help to control viral infections.

Mononuclear stem cell transplants (MSCT) are increasingly being used in clinical trials as potential treatments for several conditions such as autoimmune disorders, cancer, heart disease and diabetes. MSCT involves harvesting healthy MNCs from either a donor or patient's own bone marrow and then transplanting those healthy MCS back into the patient's body to replace damaged or dysfunctional tissue with healthy tissue.