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What is the role of neutrophils in killing invading microbes?
What is the role of neutrophils in killing invading microbes?
- Release of neutrophil extracellular traps (NETs) (correct)
- Facilitation of NET formation by resident memory T cells
- Release of microbicidal agents by alveolar type II cells
- Formation of complexes with platelets
Which cells reside in the lung after exposure to pathogens?
Which cells reside in the lung after exposure to pathogens?
- Alveolar type I cells
- Platelets
- Red blood cells
- Resident memory T (TRM) cells (correct)
What do CXCs refer to in the context of lung defense factors?
What do CXCs refer to in the context of lung defense factors?
- G-protein-coupled sweet taste receptors
- Damage-associated molecular patterns
- CXC chemokines (correct)
- Surfactant proteins
Which factor is NOT considered a defense factor in the normal lung?
Which factor is NOT considered a defense factor in the normal lung?
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Which cell type is involved in the release of microbicidal agents in the lung?
Which cell type is involved in the release of microbicidal agents in the lung?
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