Q43 / 370 · NTA Abhyas (NEET) 2020 · Zoology · Human Health and Diseases

Which one of the following immune system components does not correctly match with its respective role?

  • A
    Interferons - secreted by virus infected cells and protects non - infected cells from further viral infection
  • B
    B-lymphocytes - produce antibodies into blood in response to pathogens to fight with them
  • Correct answer
    C
    Macrophages - mucus secreting cells that trap microbes entering in the body
  • D
    IgA - present in colostrum in early days of lactation to protect infant from diseases

Solution

Macrophages are phagocytic cells that can ingest pathogenic micro-organisms. Macrophages are among the first cells that respond to the infection.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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