Multiple choice

Which of the following mechanisms does NOT help to clear Aspergillus spores from bronchial tree?

  1. Bronchial cilia

  2. Alveolar macrophages

  3. Engulfment by neutrophils

  4. Pulmonary dendritic cells taking up spores by coiling phagocytosis

  5. Stimulation of Th2 cells resulting in lytic antibody production

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E Correct answer
Explanation

Stimulation of Th1 cells resulting in interferon production provides a specific mechanism for removal of spores.