In genetic deficiency of MPO the increased susceptibility to infection is due to –
Correct Answer: Inability to produce hydroxyl-halide radicals
Description: Myeloperoxidase is an enzyme in Macrophages for production of hypochlorous radical from H2O2, which kills bacteria. Basic Pathology, Robbins. Page no.: 38
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