Multiple Choice
Which of the following granulocytes is primarily responsible for phagocytizing and digesting invading microorganisms?
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19. Innate Immunity
Cells of the Immune System: Granulocytes
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Which of the following is a phagocytic cell found in the human body?
A
Eosinophil.
B
Neutrophil.
C
Basophil.
D
T cell
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Understand the role of phagocytic cells: Phagocytic cells are a type of immune cell that can ingest and destroy pathogens and debris. They are crucial for the body's defense mechanisms.
Identify the types of phagocytic cells: The main phagocytic cells in the human body include neutrophils, macrophages, and dendritic cells.
Analyze the options given: Eosinophil, Neutrophil, Basophil, and T cell.
Evaluate each option: Neutrophils are known for their phagocytic activity, eosinophils are primarily involved in combating parasites and allergic reactions, basophils release histamine and are involved in inflammatory responses, and T cells are part of the adaptive immune system and do not perform phagocytosis.
Conclude which cell is phagocytic: Based on the analysis, neutrophils are the phagocytic cells among the options provided.
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