What Are Possible Mechanisms of Action for Phagocytes

question 8

Multiple Choice

What are possible mechanisms of action for phagocytes?

• A)They engulf and digest pathogens with lysosome-enclosed enzymes.
• B)They destroy pathogens by the production of reactive nitrogen species.
• C)They specifically target and kill virus-infected cells.
• D)They form membrane attack complexes (MACs).

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