Large phagocytic cells that produce monokines and digest pathogens in the lymph are called ________.

Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).


macrophages

Macrophages are large phagocytic cells that digest pathogens in the lymph and produce monokines, which assist in regulation of the immune response.

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A) infection.
B) maternal shock.
C) hypoxia.
D) fluid loss.

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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)

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A. The patient no longer has an open tickler in the collection list. B. The patient sets up a payment plan to pay on an account. C. The patient responds to the collection letters by contacting the practice. D. All of these are correct.

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