Which Response is Triggered When Bacteria Enter the Body Through

Question

Which response is triggered when bacteria enter the body through a small cut in the skin?
A) inactivation of erythrocytes
B) apoptosis of nearby body cells
C) release of interferons
D) activation of a group of proteins called complement

Accepted Answer

The complement system is part of the immune system that enhances (complements) the ability of antibodies and phagocytic cells to clear pathogens from an organism. It is activated upon the entry of bacteria and plays a crucial role in the defense against infection, including through small cuts in the skin.