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3. Microphages are a type of white blood cells and part of the immune system's response to defend the body against viruses. What do microphages do?​

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Macrophages are specialised cells involved in the detection, phagocytosis and destruction of bacteria and other harmful organisms. In addition, they can also present antigens to T cells and initiate inflammation by releasing molecules (known as cytokines) that activate other cells.
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