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17.

Match each cell type with its description.

___natural killer cell A. stains with basic dye methylene blue, has large amounts of histamine in granules, and facilitates allergic responses and inflammation
___basophil B. stains with acidic dye eosin, has histamine and major basic protein in granules, and facilitates responses to protozoa and helminths
___macrophage C. recognizes abnormal cells, binds to them, and releases perforin and granzyme molecules, which induce apoptosis
___eosinophil D. large agranular phagocyte that resides in tissues such as the brain and lungs
18.

Match each cellular defense with the infection it would most likely target.

___natural killer cell A. virus-infected cell
___neutrophil B. tapeworm in the intestines
___eosinophil C. bacteria in a skin lesion
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