What is the primary mechanism by which neutrophils kill ingested microorganisms?

A Oxidative burst ✓
B Enzymatic degradation
C Phagocytosis
D Antibody-mediated cytotoxicity

Explanation

Neutrophils primarily kill ingested microorganisms through the production of reactive oxygen species (ROS) during an oxidative burst.

Source

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