in some instances, adherence occurs easily, and the microorganism is readily phagocytized. Microorganisms can be more readily phagocytized if they are first coated with certain serum proteins that promote attachment of the microorganisms to the phagocyte. this process is called opsonization.
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Opsonization. It helps the phagocytes recognize and engulf pathogens more effectively.
PhagocytosisPhagocytes make up three-quarters of the body's white blood cells. They destroy pathogens by engulfing them.It's called phagocytosis. Macrophages mainly phagocytose the pathogens.
bacteria use pilli as the sites of attachment.. these are hollow,non helical tube like structures.. but are smaller than flagella.. sex pilli are sites of attachment for the process of conjugation..
Bacteria within inflamed tissue are usually destroyed by immune cells such as neutrophils and macrophages. These cells work to engulf and destroy the invading bacteria through a process called phagocytosis. Additionally, inflammation helps to create an unfavorable environment for bacterial survival by increasing temperature, acidity, and nutrient competition.
Neutrophils are white blood cells responsible for engulfing bacteria and viruses through a process called phagocytosis. They are part of the body's innate immune system and play a crucial role in fighting off infections.
Foreign invaders are marked by antigens on their surface, which attracts phagocytes like macrophages and neutrophils. These phagocytes recognize the antigens as non-self and engulf the invaders through a process called phagocytosis, helping to remove them from the body.