Multiple choice

HIV is one of the most deadly lentivirus that is capable of destructing neutrophil chemotaxis, recruitment and cell structure. Which among the following mediates the neutrophil chemotaxis?

  1. C5b

  2. IL-8

  3. C3a

  4. CCL2

  5. E-selectin

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B Correct answer
Explanation

IL-8 produced by endothelial cells in the inflammatory response is a powerful chemotactic agent for neutrophils.