Multiple choice

Which of the following proteins is localised in the core of eosinophil granule?

  1. Eosinophilic cationic protein

  2. Mannose binding protein

  3. Histamine protein

  4. Acid phosphatase D protein

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Mannose binding protein is a major basic protein and is localised in the core of the granules. In the pre-immune host, its function appears to be pattern recognition in the first line of defense.