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Which of the following is NOT considered a component of the innate immune system?
Which of the following is NOT considered a component of the innate immune system?
- Microorganisms (correct)
- Skin
- Mucous membranes
- Epithelial cells
What is the function of tight junctions between epithelial cells?
What is the function of tight junctions between epithelial cells?
- To expel parasites
- To facilitate cell turnover
- To allow microbial invasion
- To create an impermeable shield (correct)
Which cells contribute to the turnover of the skin and mucous membranes?
Which cells contribute to the turnover of the skin and mucous membranes?
- Parasites
- Immune cells
- Microorganisms
- Epithelial cells (correct)
What happens to the intestinal epithelial cell turnover rate during parasitic infections?
What happens to the intestinal epithelial cell turnover rate during parasitic infections?
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What are the anatomical and physiological barriers to microbial invasion collectively referred to as?
What are the anatomical and physiological barriers to microbial invasion collectively referred to as?
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