What Is the Function of Opsonins

question 15

Multiple Choice

What is the function of opsonins?

• A) Oxidative destruction of cell membranes
• B) To promote the interaction of the surface of microorganisms with receptors on the neutrophils membrane
• C) Increase rate of biochemical reactions
• D) To lower the resistance of invading organisms to the phagocytizing action of neutrophils
• E) To stimulate leukopoiesis

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Definitions:

IUPAC Name

The systematic naming convention for chemical substances designed by the International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry.

Alkene

Organic compounds that contain at least one carbon-to-carbon double bond, characterized by the formula CnH2n.

Alkene

A hydrocarbon that contains at least one carbon-carbon double bond, characterized by the general formula CnH2n.

Heat Of Hydrogenation

The heat released during the addition of hydrogen to a double or triple bond in unsaturated hydrocarbons.