Which blood component is responsible for the production of lactoferrin, a protein involved in iron binding and antimicrobial activity?

A Neutrophils ✓
B Eosinophils
C Basophils
D Monocytes

Explanation

Neutrophils produce lactoferrin, which plays a crucial role in binding iron and limiting its availability to pathogens, thereby exhibiting antimicrobial activity.

Source

Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease
Hematology Hematology: Blood Components Hematology: Blood Components Hard MEDICAL Confidence: high