Because of their short lifespan, a huge number of erythrocytes are recycled by macrophages. Which of the following is NOT a function of the macrophage?
A.) The macrophage phagocytizes hemoglobin from the bloodstream.
B.) The macrophage synthesizes a small amount of hemoglobin and transports it to the bone marrow.
C.) The macrophage phagocytizes deteriorating and fragmented erythrocytes.
D.) The macrophage extracts iron from the heme portion of hemoglobin.
E.) The macrophage dismantles the globin portion of hemoglobin into individual amino acids.
Ans: B.) The macrophage synthesizes a small amount of hemoglobin and transports it to the bone marrow.
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