An opsonin is a __________________.
A) subclass of immunoglobulin.
B) compound released by leukocytes that aids in the immune response to an antigen.
C) substance that promotes fever.
D) compound released by leukocytes that inhibits the immune response to an antigen.
E) substance that makes antigens more susceptible to phagocytosis.

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Opsonins are molecules that bind to antigens and enhance their recognition and ingestion by phagocytes, making them more susceptible to phagocytosis.

An Opsonin Is a __________________