What is the function of macrophages in the immune system?

Practice Questions

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What is the function of macrophages in the immune system?
  1. Produce antibodies
  2. Phagocytize pathogens
  3. Activate T cells
  4. All of the above

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the function of macrophages in the immune system?
  • Step 1: Understand that macrophages are a type of white blood cell in the immune system.
  • Step 2: Learn that macrophages can 'eat' or engulf pathogens (like bacteria and viruses) through a process called phagocytosis.
  • Step 3: Know that macrophages can produce antibodies, which are proteins that help identify and neutralize pathogens.
  • Step 4: Realize that macrophages can activate T cells, which are another type of immune cell that helps fight infections.
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