Question

Helper t-lymphocytes secrete ________ to stimulate the proliferation of b-lymphocytes.

Answer 1

There are choices for this question namely:

A) Antigens
B) Antibodies
C) Cytokines
D) Agglutinins
E) Allergens

The correct answer is "cytokines". These helper T cells secrete cytokines that will stimulate the B cells into differentiating to plasma cells. These plasma cells will then produce antibodies to combat the offending agent depending on the antigen presented.