Question

The molecule that is produced by myeloperoxidase in neutrophils is essentially the same as the active ingredient in bleach. This molecule is:

Question 17 options:

A)

hydrogen peroxide

B)

nitric oxide

C)

hypochlorous acid/hypochlorite

D)

superoxide anion

Answer 1

hypochlorous acid/hypochlorite

Step-by-step explanation:

Neutrophil is a type of white blood cell that provide immunity against the pathogens. Neutrophlis can activate the myeloperoxidase enzyme during microbial infection.

Myeloperoxidase enzyme is coded by MPO gene in humans. This enzymes produces the hypochlorous acid/hypochlorite acid from hydrogen peroxide and carries out anti microbial function.

Thus, the correct answer is option (C).