What are macrophages?
Q: What are macrophages?
A: Macrophages are white blood cells that are produced from the differentiation of monocytes.
Q: What is the function of macrophages in general immunity?
A: Macrophages are phagocytes that help remove cellular debris and pathogens either as stationary or as mobile cells.
Q: What is the other name for macrophages?
A: Monocytes and macrophages are phagocytes.
Q: How do macrophages trigger specific defense mechanisms of vertebrates?
A: Macrophages stimulate lymphocytes and other immune cells to respond to the pathogen.
Q: Are macrophages mobile?
A: Yes, macrophages can act as both stationary and mobile cells.
Q: What is the process that macrophages use to remove pathogens?
A: Macrophages phagocytose (engulf and then digest) cellular debris and pathogens.
Q: What is the role of macrophages in immunity?
A: Macrophages play a crucial role in both general and adaptive immunity by removing pathogens and stimulating other immune cells.
