The White Pulp of the Spleen Contains Large Numbers of

question 14

Multiple Choice

The white pulp of the spleen contains large numbers of

• A) red blood cells and platelets as well as vast stores of iron.
• B) lymphocytes, which initiate immune responses.
• C) eosinophils, which engage in immune surveillance.
• D) lymphocytes, which act as stationary phagocytes.
• E) antibodies that remain in reserve for the next antigen encounter.

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