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A natural killer (NK) cell is a type of________ that has _____receptors extending from its plasma membrane.

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Answer: A natural killer cell (NK) is a type of lymphocyte that has an activating and inhibitory receptors extending from its plasma membrane

Explanation: A natural killer cell (Nk) is a type of lymphocyte (a white blood cell) that has an AC and inhibitory receptors. It plays a major role in host rejection of both tumours and virally infected cells. It contains specifical protein such as perforin and granules.

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