Which leukocyte usually predominates during the early phase of acute inflammation?
Correct answer: C. Neutrophils
- A. Lymphocytes
- B. Eosinophils
- C. Neutrophils
- D. Plasma cells
Explanation
Neutrophils are rapidly recruited from blood and dominate most early acute inflammatory responses. Lymphocytes and plasma cells are more typical of chronic or specific immune reactions, while eosinophils are prominent in parasites and allergies.
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