When Phagocytes Like Macrophages Ingest Certain Bacteria, They Are Stimulated

question 18

Multiple Choice

When phagocytes like macrophages ingest certain bacteria, they are stimulated to secrete a fever-producing substance called a/an

• A)marasmus
• B)pyrogen
• C)analgesic
• D)interferon
• E)pathogen

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