In genetic deficiency of MPO, the increased susceptibility to infection is due to:
Correct Answer: Inability to produce hydroxyl halide radicals
Description: In MPO deficiency there is decreased microbial killing because of defective MPO--H2O2 system, so there is an inability to produce hydroxyl halide radicals.
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