What Step of Inflammation Involves Adhesion Molecule Expression in Blood

question 16

Multiple Choice

What step of inflammation involves adhesion molecule expression in blood vessel walls and leukocytes?

• A) Foreign matter is contained.
• B) Macrophages engulf debris and foreign matter.
• C) Additional leukocytes are recruited to the region.
• D) Capillaries dilate and become more permeable.
• E) Infection is cleared by phagocytosis.

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