Question

The primary function of a lymphocyte is A. to phagocytize old and damaged cells B. to fight against foreign antigens C. to help from blood clots D. to help dissolve blood clots E. to produce histamines

Answer 1

Answer: to fight against foreign antigens

Explanation: lymphocytes is a type of white blood cell that helps fight against invaders or foreign body in our body system. They are found mostly on the lymph and blood

There are basically two types of lymphocytes;

T lymphocytes- It develops from the thymus and Its functions by identifying intruders and then respond by eliminating them.

B cell or lymphocytes develop from the bone marrow hence the name B cell. It functions by creating some antibodies that destroy the effect of invaders that causes adverse effect.

Answer 2

Answer:

To fight against foreign antigens

Explanation:

Lymphocytes are white blood cells that carry out immune defense. Lymphocytes recognise antigen, produce antibodies and weaken cells that could cause harm to the body. There are two types of lymphocytes, they include:

- B lymphocytes ( B cells)

- T lymphocytes (T cells)

They are both produced by stem cells in the bone marrow. Lymphocytes are able to bind with foreign substances(antigen) with the aid of receptor molecules on their surfaces thereby removing them from the body.