You are about to examine a blood smear from a patient who is suspected of being infected by a parasitic worm. What white blood cells would be present in elevated numbers due to such an infection?

A) Eosinophils
B) Neutrophils
C) Lymphocytes
D) Basophils


Answer: A

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