Give the name and describe the process by which macrophages kill pathogens.

Phagocytosis. Macrophage picks up signals of pathogen, extends cytoplasm around pathogen and engulfs it in a vesicle. Lysosomes diffuse towards the vesicle through the cytoplasm, fuse and the (lytic) enzymes work to digest/break down the pathogen.

IB
Answered by Isabel B. Biology tutor

2403 Views

See similar Biology A Level tutors

Related Biology A Level answers

All answers ▸

Some phenotypes, such as colour-blindness, are caused by sex-linked genes. Explain why colour-blindness is more common in men than in women


Describe the process of DNA transcription:


How is information contained in the nuclear DNA of a cell converted into proteins? Outline the role of each molecule and enzyme involved in the process.


Briefly describe the main differences between fast and slow twitch muscles and how does this relate to their specific functions.


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:

© 2026 by IXL Learning