Mononuclear phagocytes have several critical functions:
Phagocytosis: They engulf and digest pathogens, dead cells, and debris. Antigen Presentation: They process and present antigens to T cells, thereby initiating an adaptive immune response. Cytokine Production: They secrete cytokines that modulate the activity of other immune cells. Tissue Repair: They contribute to tissue remodeling and repair by clearing dead cells and stimulating the growth of new tissue.
