What is the Function of a Lymphocyte's Membrane Receptors

Question

What is the function of a lymphocyte's membrane receptors?
A) recognize specific antigens
B) produce antibodies
C) initiate mitosis to generate memory lymphocytes
D) monitor pH of interstitial fluids
E) bind to other lymphocytes to attack pathogens

Accepted Answer

The function of a lymphocyte's membrane receptors is to recognize specific antigens. This recognition is crucial for the lymphocyte to mount an immune response against the antigen.

Answer: B 
 Although not all lymphocytes produce antibodies, the function of some lymphocytes' membrane receptors is to bind to antigens and trigger the production of antibodies.

Answer: C 
 The function of a lymphocyte's membrane receptors is not to initiate mitosis, but rather to recognize specific antigens. However, upon recognition of an antigen, some lymphocytes can undergo mitosis to generate memory lymphocytes.

Answer: D 
 Lymphocytes do not have a function in monitoring pH of interstitial fluids.

Answer: E 
 Lymphocytes do not bind to other lymphocytes to attack pathogens, but rather bind to antigens to mount an immune response. Lymphocytes can work together with other immune cells to attack pathogens, but the initial recognition of antigens is done by the lymphocyte's membrane receptors.