Which of these become plasma cells in response to an antigen and make antibodies against the specific antigen?

A) Macrophages and lymphocytes
B) T cells
C) B cells
D) Natural killer (NK) cells
E) Monocytes

Plasma Cells

White blood cells that produce antibodies, playing a vital role in the immune response by recognizing and neutralizing pathogens.

Antigen

A substance that induces an immune response, resulting in the production of antibodies as part of the body's defense mechanism against disease.

B Cells

A type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the immune response by producing antibodies against antigens.