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Which of the following helps in generating reactive O2 intermediates in the neutrophils?

A
NADPH oxidase
B
SOD (superoxide dismutase)
C
Catalase
D
Glutathione peroxidase
High-Yield Explanation
Within the phagocytes, the following reaction takes place: The initiating enzyme for this process is NADPH oxidase (also called respiratory burst oxidase). Glutathione peroxidase, glutathione reductase and superoxide dismutase are examples of anti-oxidants. They reduce free radical formation.

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