Multiple choice

Which type of cells is known to be involved in the initial presentation of antigen to T-lymphocytes?  

  1. Dendritic cells

  2. Plasma cells

  3. Neutrophil polymorphonuclear leucocytes

  4. Erythrocytes

  5. Platelets

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Explanation

Dendritic cells are potent antigen presenting cells that possess the ability to stimulate naïve T-cells. There are several types of dendritic cells, well distributed over the body.