What is the primary role of eosinophils in the blood?
A
To produce antibodies against pathogens
B
To engulf and digest foreign particles and microorganisms
C
To play a crucial role in fighting parasitic infections and in allergic reactions
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D
To form blood clots and stop bleeding
Explanation
Eosinophils are a type of white blood cell that plays a key role in protecting the body against parasites and in allergic reactions.
Source
Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology
Hematology
Hematology: Blood Components
Hematology: Blood Components
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