A Marker on the Surface of a Foreign Substance That

question 61

Multiple Choice

A marker on the surface of a foreign substance that triggers the immune response is called a(n)

• A)antibody.
• B)pathogen.
• C)antigen.
• D)enzyme.

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Definitions:

Clumping

The process of gathering or sticking together in groups or clusters, commonly referring to blood cells in a context of agglutination tests.

Red Blood Cells

Cells in the blood responsible for carrying oxygen from the lungs to the body's tissues and returning carbon dioxide back to the lungs.

Red Bone Marrow

A type of marrow found in certain bones that produces red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets.

Granulocytes

A type of white blood cell characterized by the presence of granules in their cytoplasm, playing a crucial role in the immune response.