Multiple choice

Intracellular parasites are capable of growing and reproducing inside the cells of a host. These parasites within macrophages are killed more readily in the presence of __________________.

  1. antibodies

  2. kinins

  3. properdin

  4. gamma-interferon

  5. anaphylatoxin

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Gamma-interferon activates microbicidal mechanisms within the macrophage, thereby leading to the death of intracellular parasites.