Antigens

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Which of the following best describes an immunogen?

  • A molecule that triggers an immune response (correct)
  • A molecule that is involved in antigen processing
  • A molecule that is recognized by MHC Class I molecules
  • A molecule that is recognized by MHC Class II molecules

What is the main difference between T-dependent and T-independent antigens?

  • T-dependent antigens activate B cells directly, while T-independent antigens require the help of T cells
  • T-dependent antigens are involved in antigen processing, while T-independent antigens are not
  • T-dependent antigens require the help of T cells to trigger an immune response, while T-independent antigens can activate B cells directly (correct)
  • T-dependent antigens are recognized by MHC Class I molecules, while T-independent antigens are recognized by MHC Class II molecules

Which of the following is true about the inheritance pattern of the MHC?

  • The MHC is inherited only from the mother
  • The MHC has an autosomal recessive inheritance pattern (correct)
  • The MHC has an autosomal dominant inheritance pattern
  • The MHC is inherited only from the father

What is the function of beta 2 microglobulin in MHC molecules?

<p>It helps stabilize the MHC molecule on the cell surface (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is true about the polymorphism of MHC Class I and Class II genes?

<p>MHC Class II genes are more polymorphic than MHC Class I genes (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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