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What is the primary function of the antigen binding site?
What is the primary function of the antigen binding site?
How does the antigen binding site distinguish between similar epitopes?
How does the antigen binding site distinguish between similar epitopes?
What role does the complement binding site play in the immune system?
What role does the complement binding site play in the immune system?
Which protein is specifically mentioned to bind at the complement binding site?
Which protein is specifically mentioned to bind at the complement binding site?
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What characteristic is highlighted about the antigen binding site?
What characteristic is highlighted about the antigen binding site?
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What process generates millions of unique B cells with different specificities for antigens?
What process generates millions of unique B cells with different specificities for antigens?
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Where does the maturation of B cells primarily occur?
Where does the maturation of B cells primarily occur?
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What type of receptor do immature B cells have?
What type of receptor do immature B cells have?
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What is the purpose of checkpoints during B cell development?
What is the purpose of checkpoints during B cell development?
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How many different combinations of BCRs can potentially be generated through VDJ recombination?
How many different combinations of BCRs can potentially be generated through VDJ recombination?
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Which receptors are coexpressed in a mature B cell?
Which receptors are coexpressed in a mature B cell?
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Which of the following statements is true about the role of VDJ recombination in B cells?
Which of the following statements is true about the role of VDJ recombination in B cells?
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What must a developing B cell express to meet the positive selection criterion?
What must a developing B cell express to meet the positive selection criterion?
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What is the primary function of antibodies in the immune system?
What is the primary function of antibodies in the immune system?
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What defines the isotype of an antibody?
What defines the isotype of an antibody?
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Which of the following best describes an epitope?
Which of the following best describes an epitope?
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What role does the constant region of an antibody play?
What role does the constant region of an antibody play?
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Which structural component of an antibody is responsible for antigen binding?
Which structural component of an antibody is responsible for antigen binding?
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Epitopes can be composed of which types of biological molecules?
Epitopes can be composed of which types of biological molecules?
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How do antibodies assist in the immune response?
How do antibodies assist in the immune response?
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What effect do antibodies have on complement proteins?
What effect do antibodies have on complement proteins?
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Which antibody is the first to be secreted upon infection?
Which antibody is the first to be secreted upon infection?
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What happens to the antigen binding site during isotype switching?
What happens to the antigen binding site during isotype switching?
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What induces the process of isotype switching in B cells?
What induces the process of isotype switching in B cells?
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Which immune cells are involved in binding to the Fc portion of antibodies?
Which immune cells are involved in binding to the Fc portion of antibodies?
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What is affinity maturation in the context of antibody response?
What is affinity maturation in the context of antibody response?
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During affinity maturation, what drives the selection of high affinity B cell clones?
During affinity maturation, what drives the selection of high affinity B cell clones?
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Which of the following is NOT an antibody isotype B cells can switch to?
Which of the following is NOT an antibody isotype B cells can switch to?
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What role do T helper cells play in B cell isotype switching?
What role do T helper cells play in B cell isotype switching?
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What structural change accompanies isotype switching in antibodies?
What structural change accompanies isotype switching in antibodies?
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Which isotype is primarily involved in immediate hypersensitivity reactions?
Which isotype is primarily involved in immediate hypersensitivity reactions?
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What triggers the negative selection of B cells in the bone marrow?
What triggers the negative selection of B cells in the bone marrow?
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Which of the following is NOT a requirement for full B cell activation?
Which of the following is NOT a requirement for full B cell activation?
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What is the function of the B cell antigen receptor (BCR)?
What is the function of the B cell antigen receptor (BCR)?
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What role do T helper cells play in B cell activation?
What role do T helper cells play in B cell activation?
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What process occurs when B cells recognize an antigen?
What process occurs when B cells recognize an antigen?
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What happens to naive B cells after leaving the bone marrow?
What happens to naive B cells after leaving the bone marrow?
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Which molecule is crucial for the interaction between B cells and activated T helper cells?
Which molecule is crucial for the interaction between B cells and activated T helper cells?
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What occurs in the lymph node involving B cells and T cells?
What occurs in the lymph node involving B cells and T cells?
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What is the purpose of cytokines in B cell activities?
What is the purpose of cytokines in B cell activities?
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How are peptides presented on the MHC class II of B cells?
How are peptides presented on the MHC class II of B cells?
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Which isotype is most abundant in serum and can carry out all known antibody functions including opsonisation, ADCC, neutralization, and complement activation?
Which isotype is most abundant in serum and can carry out all known antibody functions including opsonisation, ADCC, neutralization, and complement activation?
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Which region of an antibody is primarily responsible for its neutralization function?
Which region of an antibody is primarily responsible for its neutralization function?
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What characterizes Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID)?
What characterizes Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID)?
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Which immunodeficiency is considered the most common?
Which immunodeficiency is considered the most common?
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What can compensate for the lack of IgA in many patients with Selective IgA Deficiency?
What can compensate for the lack of IgA in many patients with Selective IgA Deficiency?
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What causes X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
What causes X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
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Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID)?
Which of the following symptoms is most commonly associated with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID)?
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What happens to B cells in individuals with X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
What happens to B cells in individuals with X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
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What is a key characteristic of the antigen binding site in terms of specificity?
What is a key characteristic of the antigen binding site in terms of specificity?
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Which site is responsible for initiating the classical complement cascade?
Which site is responsible for initiating the classical complement cascade?
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How tightly does the antigen binding site bind to its corresponding antigen?
How tightly does the antigen binding site bind to its corresponding antigen?
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What type of interaction occurs at the complement binding site?
What type of interaction occurs at the complement binding site?
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What ability does the antigen binding site have in relation to epitopes?
What ability does the antigen binding site have in relation to epitopes?
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What defines the specific part of an antigen recognized by T and B cell receptors?
What defines the specific part of an antigen recognized by T and B cell receptors?
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What is the role of the constant region in antibodies?
What is the role of the constant region in antibodies?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of molecule that can serve as an epitope?
Which of the following is NOT a type of molecule that can serve as an epitope?
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What is primarily responsible for forming the antigen binding site of an antibody?
What is primarily responsible for forming the antigen binding site of an antibody?
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Which statement correctly identifies what the variable region of an antibody does?
Which statement correctly identifies what the variable region of an antibody does?
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What structural component of antibodies is vital for their effector function?
What structural component of antibodies is vital for their effector function?
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The function of which antibody region is crucial for the immune system's ability to identify foreign pathogens?
The function of which antibody region is crucial for the immune system's ability to identify foreign pathogens?
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Which aspect of antibodies helps determine their isotype?
Which aspect of antibodies helps determine their isotype?
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What process generates unique specificity in B cell antigen receptors?
What process generates unique specificity in B cell antigen receptors?
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What characterizes the transition from immature B cells to mature B cells?
What characterizes the transition from immature B cells to mature B cells?
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What is the main function of checkpoints during B cell development?
What is the main function of checkpoints during B cell development?
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Where does the majority of B cell development occur?
Where does the majority of B cell development occur?
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What unique feature allows B cells to have millions of different antigen specificities?
What unique feature allows B cells to have millions of different antigen specificities?
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What is the significance of positive selection in B cell development?
What is the significance of positive selection in B cell development?
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How many possible combinations of unique BCRs can VDJ recombination potentially generate?
How many possible combinations of unique BCRs can VDJ recombination potentially generate?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the spleen in B cell development?
Which of the following best describes the role of the spleen in B cell development?
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What is the main reason B cells undergo negative selection in the bone marrow?
What is the main reason B cells undergo negative selection in the bone marrow?
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What is the significance of the antibody isotype IgG?
What is the significance of the antibody isotype IgG?
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Which signal is primarily responsible for initiating B cell activation?
Which signal is primarily responsible for initiating B cell activation?
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What occurs when B cells and T helper cells recognize the same antigen?
What occurs when B cells and T helper cells recognize the same antigen?
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Which antibody isotype is involved in compensating for the lack of IgA in some patients?
Which antibody isotype is involved in compensating for the lack of IgA in some patients?
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What characterizes Selective IgA Deficiency?
What characterizes Selective IgA Deficiency?
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Which of the following statements about cytokines in B cell function is true?
Which of the following statements about cytokines in B cell function is true?
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What role does the CD40 molecule play in B cell activation?
What role does the CD40 molecule play in B cell activation?
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What is a primary consequence of X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
What is a primary consequence of X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
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Which of the following components is critical for presenting peptides on MHC class II?
Which of the following components is critical for presenting peptides on MHC class II?
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Which immunodeficiency condition is characterized by low levels of IgG, IgM, and IgA?
Which immunodeficiency condition is characterized by low levels of IgG, IgM, and IgA?
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What is required for full activation of a naive B cell?
What is required for full activation of a naive B cell?
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Which region of the antibody is crucial for its ability to bind to antigens and neutralize pathogens?
Which region of the antibody is crucial for its ability to bind to antigens and neutralize pathogens?
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What event primarily marks the transition of B cells from the naive state?
What event primarily marks the transition of B cells from the naive state?
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Which of the following statements about IgE is true?
Which of the following statements about IgE is true?
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What defines the specialization of antibody isotypes?
What defines the specialization of antibody isotypes?
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How are B cells excellent antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
How are B cells excellent antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
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Which of the following results from T cell help during B cell activation?
Which of the following results from T cell help during B cell activation?
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Which mechanism allows antibodies to mark pathogens for ingestion by phagocytes?
Which mechanism allows antibodies to mark pathogens for ingestion by phagocytes?
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Which type of antibodies are primarily involved in activating the complement system?
Which type of antibodies are primarily involved in activating the complement system?
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What role do Natural Killer (NK) cells play in antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity?
What role do Natural Killer (NK) cells play in antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity?
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What is the role of IgE antibodies in the immune response?
What is the role of IgE antibodies in the immune response?
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What characteristic is unique to IgA antibodies compared to other isotypes?
What characteristic is unique to IgA antibodies compared to other isotypes?
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What is the primary method by which antibodies neutralize pathogens?
What is the primary method by which antibodies neutralize pathogens?
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Which of the following is NOT a consequence of complement activation?
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of complement activation?
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In the context of immune response, what does the term 'opsonization' specifically refer to?
In the context of immune response, what does the term 'opsonization' specifically refer to?
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Which of the following statements about mast cells and eosinophils is true?
Which of the following statements about mast cells and eosinophils is true?
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Which antibody class is considered the first to be secreted upon initial exposure to an antigen?
Which antibody class is considered the first to be secreted upon initial exposure to an antigen?
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Which immune cells express Fcγ receptors for IgG antibodies?
Which immune cells express Fcγ receptors for IgG antibodies?
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Which of the following is characteristic of IgD antibodies?
Which of the following is characteristic of IgD antibodies?
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What distinguishes the antigen binding site in terms of its ability to interact with epitopes?
What distinguishes the antigen binding site in terms of its ability to interact with epitopes?
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What is the primary function of the complement binding site?
What is the primary function of the complement binding site?
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In terms of functionality, how does the antigen binding site support immune response?
In terms of functionality, how does the antigen binding site support immune response?
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Why is the complement binding site essential in immune activation?
Why is the complement binding site essential in immune activation?
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Which of the following statements accurately reflects the antigen binding site's affinity for antigens?
Which of the following statements accurately reflects the antigen binding site's affinity for antigens?
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Which of the following statements is NOT true about B cell activation?
Which of the following statements is NOT true about B cell activation?
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What molecule is expressed on B cells that facilitates interaction with T helper cells?
What molecule is expressed on B cells that facilitates interaction with T helper cells?
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What is the primary outcome of B cell activation?
What is the primary outcome of B cell activation?
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Which factor is least likely to influence the activation process of B cells?
Which factor is least likely to influence the activation process of B cells?
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During B cell maturation, where does the majority of the development occur?
During B cell maturation, where does the majority of the development occur?
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What are the two types of receptors coexpressed in a mature B cell?
What are the two types of receptors coexpressed in a mature B cell?
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What is the main site of B cell maturation during development?
What is the main site of B cell maturation during development?
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Which step in B cell development requires a complete BCR for positive selection?
Which step in B cell development requires a complete BCR for positive selection?
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What process allows for the generation of diverse B cell receptors?
What process allows for the generation of diverse B cell receptors?
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How many different combinations of BCRs can VDJ recombination potentially generate?
How many different combinations of BCRs can VDJ recombination potentially generate?
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Which cell type is primarily responsible for providing help during the activation of B cells?
Which cell type is primarily responsible for providing help during the activation of B cells?
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What factor primarily triggers the positive selection of developing B cells?
What factor primarily triggers the positive selection of developing B cells?
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What characteristic defines an immature B cell prior to its maturation?
What characteristic defines an immature B cell prior to its maturation?
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What is the primary assembly structure of the membrane-bound IgM receptor (BCR)?
What is the primary assembly structure of the membrane-bound IgM receptor (BCR)?
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What is the function of the variable region in the B cell receptor?
What is the function of the variable region in the B cell receptor?
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Which of the following best describes the constant region of the B cell receptor?
Which of the following best describes the constant region of the B cell receptor?
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During the processes of B cell development, where do primary stages occur?
During the processes of B cell development, where do primary stages occur?
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What structural feature aids in the assembly of the polypeptide chains of the B cell receptor?
What structural feature aids in the assembly of the polypeptide chains of the B cell receptor?
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How do B cells generate receptor diversity necessary for recognizing different antigens?
How do B cells generate receptor diversity necessary for recognizing different antigens?
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What drives the negative selection of B cells during development?
What drives the negative selection of B cells during development?
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Which of the following correctly describes the role of the B cell receptor?
Which of the following correctly describes the role of the B cell receptor?
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What immunodeficiency is characterized by a failure of B cells to differentiate into IgA producing plasma cells?
What immunodeficiency is characterized by a failure of B cells to differentiate into IgA producing plasma cells?
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Which immunoglobulin is primarily responsible for opsonization and is abundant in serum?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily responsible for opsonization and is abundant in serum?
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In individuals with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID), which specific antibody levels are typically found to be low?
In individuals with Common Variable Immune Deficiency (CVID), which specific antibody levels are typically found to be low?
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Which function is primarily associated with the Fab region of an antibody?
Which function is primarily associated with the Fab region of an antibody?
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Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of IgG in the immune response?
Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of IgG in the immune response?
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What is the main cause of recurrent bacterial infections in patients with X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
What is the main cause of recurrent bacterial infections in patients with X-linked agammaglobulinemia (XLA)?
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What type of antibody is involved in immediate hypersensitivity reactions?
What type of antibody is involved in immediate hypersensitivity reactions?
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Which antibody isotype is predominantly responsible for activating the classical pathway of the complement system?
Which antibody isotype is predominantly responsible for activating the classical pathway of the complement system?
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What remains unchanged during the process of isotype switching in B cells?
What remains unchanged during the process of isotype switching in B cells?
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Which immune cells are primarily involved in the induction of isotype switching in B cells?
Which immune cells are primarily involved in the induction of isotype switching in B cells?
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What process increases the affinity of antibodies in response to an antigen over time?
What process increases the affinity of antibodies in response to an antigen over time?
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What is the main mechanism behind the selection of high affinity B cell clones during affinity maturation?
What is the main mechanism behind the selection of high affinity B cell clones during affinity maturation?
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Which is not a type of antibody isotype that B cells can produce after isotype switching?
Which is not a type of antibody isotype that B cells can produce after isotype switching?
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What remains consistent in the antibodies produced by B cells during clonal expansion?
What remains consistent in the antibodies produced by B cells during clonal expansion?
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Which of the following best describes the role of the Fc portion of an antibody?
Which of the following best describes the role of the Fc portion of an antibody?
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Which factor is not directly involved in the affinity maturation of antibodies?
Which factor is not directly involved in the affinity maturation of antibodies?
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Which antibody isotype is primarily associated with allergic reactions and hypersensitivity?
Which antibody isotype is primarily associated with allergic reactions and hypersensitivity?
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Study Notes
Adaptive Immunity - B Cells
- B cells are part of the adaptive immune system, responding to specific antigens.
- They produce antibodies crucial in defending against pathogens, mainly extracellular ones.
- B cells have unique B cell receptors (BCRs).
- BCRs recognize antigens in various forms (proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, polysaccharides).
- Antigen recognition activates B cells, leading to proliferation and differentiation into plasma cells.
Lecture Learning Outcomes
- Students should be able to outline the key roles of B cells in the adaptive immune response.
- Students should be able to describe the stages of B cell development, including B cell receptor rearrangement.
- Students should be able to define the steps in B cell activation.
- Students should be able to explain isotype class switching and affinity maturation.
- Students should be able to compare and contrast different antibody classes.
- Students should be able to describe antibody structure and effector functions.
- Students should be able to list diseases associated with B cell deficiencies.
Key Roles of B Cells
- Each B cell has a unique BCR.
- B cells recognize antigens in various biological forms.
- Antigen recognition triggers B cell activation, proliferation, and differentiation into plasma cells.
- Plasma cells produce and secrete antibodies (immunoglobulins).
- Antibodies circulate in the blood and mucus membranes.
- Antibodies trigger effector responses to fight pathogens.
B Cell Development
- B cell development is a multi-step process, primarily in the bone marrow.
- Immature B cells have a membrane-bound IgM receptor (BCR).
- Mature B cells co-express IgM and IgD receptors.
- Mature B cells circulate in the lymph, blood, and spleen, waiting for antigen encounters.
- B cell development includes checkpoints for positive and negative selection.
- Positive selection ensures functional BCR expression.
- Negative selection removes self-reactive B cells.
B Cell Activation
- B cell activation requires two signals:
- Signal 1: Antigen binding to BCR.
- Signal 2: T helper cell help (CD40-CD40L interaction and cytokine signaling).
- Antigen processing and presentation by B cells (and antigen presenting cells) activate T cells.
- Activated B cells proliferate and differentiate into plasma cells and memory B cells.
Isotype Switching
- B cells can switch isotype, changing the antibody class.
- The antigen binding site remains constant during the switch.
- The constant region is altered to produce different antibody isotypes.
- Isotype switching is induced by T cell help (CD40-CD40L interaction).
- Each antibody isotype performs specific functions.
Affinity Maturation
- Affinity maturation increases the antibody's binding affinity to the antigen over time.
- Increased affinity results from random mutations in the variable region.
- Clonal selection favors B cells with high-affinity antibodies, enhancing the immune response.
Antibody Effector Functions
- Antibodies play key roles in defending the body.
- Antibodies neutralize pathogens and toxins.
- Antibodies opsonize pathogens, marking them for phagocytosis by macrophages and neutrophils.
- Antibodies activate complement proteins, resulting in pathogen lysis.
- Antibodies facilitate antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity (ADCC), in which NK cells kill antibody-coated cells.
- Antibodies mediate eosinophil and mast cell-mediated responses to parasites.
Pathogen Neutralization
- Antibody neutralization blocks pathogen binding to host cells.
- Antibodies neutralize microbes and toxins, protecting cells from infection.
- Antigen-binding regions are sufficient for neutralization.
Opsonization and Phagocytosis
- Antibodies coat pathogens, enhancing phagocytosis by phagocytes.
- Binding of antibody to the Fc receptors of phagocytes (FcyR) encourages phagocytic activity.
Complement Activation
- Antibodies activate the complement cascade.
- Complement-binding sites on antibodies trigger the cascade.
- Complement activation enhances pathogen destruction, attracting phagocytes, and lysing pathogens.
Antibody-Dependent Cellular Cytotoxicity (ADCC)
- Antibody-coated cells trigger NK cell activity.
- NK cells recognize and destroy antibody-coated target cells.
Eosinophil/Mast Cell-Mediated Reactions
- IgE antibodies target helminths (parasites) and activate eosinophils and mast cells.
- Mast cell and eosinophil degranulation releases inflammatory mediators, combating parasitic infection.
Antibody Classes
- Different antibody classes (isotypes) perform varied functions.
- IgG: Most abundant, crosses placenta, versatile functions.
- IgA: Secreted at mucosal surfaces; prevents pathogens from entering.
- IgM: First antibody produced, involved in complement activation
- IgD: Part of the B-cell receptor, unclear role.
- IgE: Involved in allergic reactions and defense against parasites.
B Cell/Antibody Deficiencies
- Common variable immunodeficiency (CVID): Low antibody levels, leading to recurrent infections.
- Selective IgA deficiency: Inability to produce IgA, leading to mucosal infections.
- Bruton's agammaglobulinemia (XLA): Defective B cell development, resulting in absent B cells and recurrent bacterial infections.
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Test your knowledge on the functions and roles of B cells in the adaptive immune system. This quiz covers B cell development, activation steps, isotype class switching, and antibody classes. Understand how B cells recognize antigens and produce crucial antibodies in immune responses.