Which Cell Population Primarily Functions in Providing Antibody-Mediated Immunity

Question

Which cell population primarily functions in providing antibody-mediated immunity?
A) B cells
B) helper T cells
C) macrophages
D) granulocytes
E) regulatory T cells

Accepted Answer

B cells are the primary cell population that functions in providing antibody-mediated immunity. When a B cell encounters its specific antigen, it differentiates into a plasma cell which produces and secretes antibodies that recognize and neutralize the antigen.