Which of These Descriptions Best Matches the Term B Lymphocytes

Question

Which of these descriptions best matches the term B lymphocytes?
A) adhere to collagen beneath endothelium
B) helper cells are one type
C) develop into plasma cells and produce antibodies in response to antigens
D) kill bacteria using hydrogen peroxide
E) often elevated in allergic individuals

Accepted Answer

B lymphocytes (B cells) are a type of white blood cell that is responsible for producing antibodies in response to antigens. They differentiate into plasma cells, which produce and secrete large amounts of antibodies that recognize and neutralize specific antigens.