Asked in ETEA MDCAT 2009 2009

Appendix is vestigial in man but may play role in:

Correct answer: C. Immunity

  • A. Digestion
  • B. Excretion
  • C. Immunity
  • D. Movement

Explanation

The appendix has been found to play a role in mammalian mucosal immune function. It is believed to be involved in extrathymically derived T-lymphocytes and B-lymphocyte mediated immune responses and is also said to produce early defenses that help prevent serious infections in humans. Therefore the answer is C.

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