Multiple choice

Increase in body temperature is due to chemical called as pyrogen which is actually released by

  1. virus

  2. bacteria

  3. white blood cells

  4. red blood cells
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Pyrogens are substances that induce fever. Endogenous pyrogens, such as interleukin-1, are released by activated white blood cells (specifically macrophages) in response to infection or inflammation.

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