How do white blood cells protect us against pathogens?

  1. Some types e.g. macrophages can engulf and digest pathogens, killing them
    2) Produce antibodies which recognise and target specific pathogens, thus preventing secondary infection
    3) Produce antitoxins which destroy any toxins released by the pathogens
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