Match the macrophage to its location.
-Nervous system
A)Kupffer cells
B)Alveolar macrophages
C)Microglial cells
D)Mesangial cells
E)Langerhans cells

Question

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Microglial cells are found in the nervous system and are responsible for monitoring the health of brain tissue.

Answer: A
 Kupffer cells are found in the liver and are responsible for filtering out old and damaged red blood cells.

Answer: B
 Alveolar macrophages are found in the lungs and are responsible for clearing out debris and microorganisms from the airways.

Answer: D
 Mesangial cells are found in the kidneys and are responsible for maintaining the structure and function of the glomerulus.

Answer: E
 Langerhans cells are found in the skin and are responsible for detecting and responding to potential pathogens that have entered the body through the skin.

Match the Macrophage to Its Location