The Main Function of Phagocytes is to _______

Question

The main function of phagocytes is to _______.
A) ingest bacteria and other foreign matter
B) produce natural killer cells
C) reduce inflammation
D) secrete antibodies

Accepted Answer

Phagocytes, including macrophages and neutrophils, are specialized cells that engulf and digest foreign particles such as bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. This helps to protect the body from infection and disease.