Microbiology: Principles and Explorations 9th Edition

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ISBN 10: 1-11874-316-4
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Chapter 16 - Innate Host Defenses - Self Quiz - Page 496: 12

Answer

(e) Eosinophils

Work Step by Step

Large parasites, such as helminths, are most effectively attacked by Eosinophils. It defends against parasitic worm infections by secreting cytotoxic enzymes.
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