Question

Staphylococcus aureus, or staph, is a bacteria that is commonly found in the nose and on the skin of humans. While it is typically not harmful to humans, it is sometimes able to enter the body through an injury or broken skin, and get into the bloodstream. When this happens, it can cause a serious infection called sepsis. Sepsis can cause an individual to go into shock and bodily organs to stop functioning. Symptoms of sepsis include inflammation, fever or hypothermia, increased heart rate, and rapid breathing.
Which immune system component initially results in the infammation and responds quickly when Staphylococcus aureus enters the bloodstream? complement system phagocytes Langerhans cells B lymphocytes

Answer 1

Phagocytes, like neutrophils, are typically the first responders & most abundant in the bloodstream during acute (usually short-term) infections. They stimulate the inflammatory response.

Thr other options are more for specific immunity that take longer to work.

Answer 2

Phagocytes is your answer