The type of WBC that is the first to respond to bacterial infection and performs phagocytosis is: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The type of WBC that is the first to respond to bacterial infection and performs phagocytosis is:
A. Neutrophil
B. Basophil
C. Lymphocyte
D. Eosinophil
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Neutrophils are the most abundant white blood cells and are part of the innate immune system. They quickly migrate to infection sites, where they phagocytose bacteria and release antimicrobial substances. Lymphocytes are for adaptive immunity, eosinophils combat parasites, basophils release histamine.

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