MCQ IN MEDICINE

MEDICINE MCQ

HAEMATOLOGY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Plasma Cells Produce what?
A
Lymphokines
B
Cytokines
C
Antigens
D
Antibodies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Plasma cells are differentiated B-lymphocyte white blood cells capable of secreting immunoglobulin or antibodies. These cells play a significant role in the adaptive immune response, namely, being the main cells responsible for humoral immunity.

Detailed explanation-2: -Each B cell clone makes antibody molecules with a unique antigen-binding site. Initially, during B cell development in the bone marrow, the antibody molecules are inserted into the plasma membrane, where they serve as receptors for antigen.

Detailed explanation-3: -Antibodies are proteins found in plasma. They’re part of your body’s natural defences. They recognise foreign substances, such as germs, and alert your immune system, which destroys them.

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