The primary function of humoral immunity (humoral response) is to _____

A) defend against fungi and protozoa
B) reject transplanted tissues
C) protect the body against cells that become cancerous
D) protect the body against extracellular pathogens
E) defend against bacteria and viruses that have already infected cells


Answer: D

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