Within a Lymph Node, What Cells Engulf and Destroy Bacteria

question 65

Multiple Choice

Within a lymph node, what cells engulf and destroy bacteria, viruses, and other foreign substances in the lymph?

• A) trabeculae
• B) macrophages
• C) follicles
• D) erythrocytes
• E) lymphocytes

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Definitions:

Rubeola

A viral infection, commonly known as measles, characterized by fever, cough, conjunctivitis, and a characteristic rash.

Measles

A highly contagious viral disease that causes fever, cough, and characteristic red rash, primarily affecting children.

Mumps

An infectious viral disease characterized by swelling of the salivary glands, often accompanied by fever and sore throat.

Parotid Glands

Salivary glands located on either side of the mouth and in front of both ears, responsible for producing saliva to facilitate digestion.