A child is infected with chicken pox (Varicella-Zoster virus), which triggers a primary immune response. The memory cells produced to suppress further attacks by chicken pox consist of
A)B cells only.
B)T cells only.
C)both B cells and T cells.
D)neither B cells nor T cells.

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Quizplus · Accepted Answer

B cells produce antibodies that can bind to the virus and neutralize it, while T cells can directly kill infected cells. Both B cells and T cells play a role in the immune response to chicken pox and are responsible for generating memory cells to provide long-term immunity against future infections. Thus, the best choice is C - both B cells and T cells.

A Child Is Infected with Chicken Pox (Varicella-Zoster Virus), Which