Low-Grade Fever Is an Effective Defense for Short Periods of Time

question 28

Multiple Choice

Low-grade fever is an effective defense for short periods of time because it

• A)increases iron in the blood.
• B)includes pyrogens that destroy the pathogens.
• C)increases temperature, which slows the growth of bacteria.
• D)slows the attack of phagocytes.

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