All of the following are true regarding NK cells EXCEPT
A) they destroy infected body cells by phagocytosis.
B) they are a type of lymphocyte.
C) they have the ability to kill infected body cells and some tumor cells.
D) they are found in tissues of the lymphatic system.
E) they release toxic substances that cause cell lysis or apoptosis.

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NK cells do not destroy infected body cells by phagocytosis; instead, they release toxic substances that induce cell lysis or apoptosis.

All of the Following Are True Regarding NK Cells EXCEPT