Describe how phagocytosis of a virus leads to the secretion of an antibody against this virus antigen.

Phagosome/vesicle fuses with lysosome;(Virus) destroyed by lysozymes/hydrolytic enzymes;Peptides/antigen (from virus) are displayed on the cell membraneHelper T cell/TH cell binds to the antigen (on the antigen-presenting cell/phagocyte);This helper T/TH cell stimulates a specific B cell;B cell divides by mitosis;(Forms) plasma cells that release antibodies;

VG
Answered by Victoria G. Biology tutor

3321 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

What is the difference between competitive and non-competitive inhibition of enzymes?


How does the kidney work in homeostasis?


How does an invasive species cause negative effects on the biodiversity of an ecosystem?


Describe what is meant by the 'lock and key' theory.


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2025 by IXL Learning