When a B or T Cell is Primed by an Interaction

Question

When a B or T cell is primed by an interaction with its particular antigen, the cell ________.
A)dies, killing the antigen
B)engulfs the antigen and destroys it
C)grows, divides, and develops further
D)sticks to other cells with attached antigens to form a large clot

Accepted Answer

When a B or T cell is primed by an interaction with its particular antigen, it becomes activated, leading to its growth, division, and further development into effector and memory cells to mount an immune response.