Pediatrics In genetic deficiency of MPO, the increased susceptibility to infection is due to: A Defective production of Prostaglandins B Defective rolling of' neutrophils C Inability to produce hydroxyl halide radicals D Inability to produce hydrogen peroxide 💡 Explanation In genetic deficiency of MPO, the increased susceptibility to infection is due to: ✓ Correct Answer: C. Inability to produce hydroxyl halide radicals