Professional antigen presenting cells such as macrophages, dendritic cells, and B cells express MHC class II molecules. These cells uptake antigens through phagocytosis, pinocytosis, or receptor-mediated endocytosis. The antigens are then processed through two pathways: the MHC class I pathway processes endogenous antigens in the cytosol using the proteasome, while the MHC class II pathway processes exogenous antigens in lysosomes. The processed antigen peptides bind to MHC molecules, which are then presented on the cell surface to activate CD4+ or CD8+ T cells depending on the MHC molecule.