Which of the Following Statements About Eosinophil Function Is True

question 32

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about eosinophil function is true?

• A) They secrete toxins onto virally infected cells.
• B) They produce defensins.
• C) They identify and spare normal cells.
• D) They are involved in the removal of neoplastic cells.
• E) They attach to the surface of parasitic helminths and produce toxins that kill the parasite.

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Definitions:

Ctenophora

A phylum of marine animals commonly known as comb jellies, characterized by their gelatinous bodies and rows of ciliary plates.

Ctenophores

Also known as comb jellies, a phylum of marine animals characterized by their distinctive rows of ciliary plates used for swimming.

Adhesive Glue Cells

Cells that produce a sticky substance enabling organisms to adhere to surfaces or each other, found in various plants and animals.

Stinging Hair Cells

Specialized cells found in certain plants and animals used for defense or predation that deliver a sting or irritation when touched.