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Schematic representation of HOCl production during the respiratory burst. The cell uses molecular oxygen (O2) to produce H2O2, using the enzyme NADPH oxidase. MPO deposited on the azurophilic granules catalyses the reaction of H2O2 and the chloride anion Cl− to form hypochlorous acid HOCl.
