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What is the primary function of the immune system?

  • To protect the body from diseases and pathogens (correct)
  • To provide energy for cellular functions
  • To facilitate digestion of food
  • To regulate body temperature

    • Which of the following best defines immunity?

  • The ability to feign healing from an illness
  • The body's capacity for physical fitness
  • A state of increased susceptibility to infections
  • Resistance to harmful agents and processes (correct)

    • Which statement accurately describes a distinguishing feature of antibodies?

  • They are produced by foreign agents
  • They neutralize harmful chemicals only
  • They are elements of the innate immune system
  • They bind specifically to antigens (correct)

    • How does the body respond to specific pathogens?

    <p>By employing adaptive immunity mechanisms</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes autoimmune diseases?

    <p>The immune system attacks the body's own healthy cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following accurately describes anaphylaxis?

    <p>A severe, life-threatening allergic reaction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is serum sickness?

    <p>A reaction to protein in antiserum leading to immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is classified as an acquired immune deficiency?

    <p>HIV/AIDS</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the predominant form of IgA found in mucous secretions?

    <p>Secretory IgA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which immunoglobulin type plays a minimal role in activating the complement system?

    <p>IgA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following conditions is the presence of IgA antiendomysial antibodies significant?

    <p>Celiac disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which immunoglobulin is primarily associated with type I hypersensitivity reactions?

    <p>IgE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which antibody type is the most abundant in blood circulation?

    <p>IgG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of total immunoglobulins in the body does IgA represent?

    <p>15%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of IgD in B cells?

    <p>Activate B cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What major factor differentiates the heavy chains of IgE from those of IgG?

    <p>IgE has constant domains Cε1–Cε4</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the secretory component of sIgA play?

    <p>Prevents degradation by enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which of the following is selective IgA deficiency involved?

    <p>Decreased IgA levels</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the spleen in the immune system?

    <p>Filtering blood and removing dead cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of immunoglobulin primarily enters breast milk?

    <p>IgA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes a characteristic of antibodies?

    <p>They bind to pathogens through epitope-paratope interactions.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of immunity involves the body’s ability to recognize its own cells as 'self'?

    <p>Acquired immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which immunoglobulin is involved in antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity (ADCC)?

    <p>IgG</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following immunoglobulins is the least abundant in human blood serum?

    <p>IgE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the thymus in the immune system?

    <p>It generates T cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents an autoimmune disease?

    <p>Type 1 Diabetes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which immunoglobulin is synthesized by plasma cells and is crucial against certain parasitic infections?

    <p>IgE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are viroids primarily known for?

    <p>Being infectious RNA without proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of lymph nodes in the immune system?

    <p>Filter harmful substances and pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes IgG from the other classes of antibodies?

    <p>It can cross the placenta to provide immunity to the fetus.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do antibodies tag microbes for destruction?

    <p>By blocking essential viral components</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a primary immunologic organ?

    <p>Spleen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a key property of innate immunity?

    <p>It serves as the first line of defense.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a central role of the bone marrow in the immune system?

    <p>Production of hematopoietic stem cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'autoimmune dysfunction' refer to?

    <p>Immune system attacking the body's own cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of pathogens are prions responsible for inducing?

    <p>Protein misfolding diseases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the maximal reaction in a delayed hypersensitivity reaction?

    <p>48 to 72 hours after exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic symptom of serum sickness?

    <p>High fever and rash</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of immunodeficiency is severe combined immunodeficiency (SCID) classified as?

    <p>Genetic immunodeficiency</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following treatments may be used for serum sickness?

    <p>Corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary cause of acquired immune deficiencies?

    <p>Extrinsic factors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What condition is characterized by a lack of antibody production, leading to frequent severe infections?

    <p>Agammaglobulinemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following can be considered a secondary immunodeficiency?

    <p>HIV infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of specific immunity?

    <p>It includes the development of immunological memory.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following represents a physical barrier in the first line of defense?

    <p>Cilia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the effects of corticosteroids in the context of the immune system?

    <p>Inducing immunosuppression</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following describes the role of the complement system in immunity?

    <p>Helps in pathogen recognition and destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of immunity does vaccination provide?

    <p>Active artificial immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common sign of granulocyte deficiency?

    <p>Decreased ability to fight bacterial infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What distinguishes autoimmune diseases from other immune disorders?

    <p>They involve the immune system attacking healthy cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the second line of defense mainly include?

    <p>Inflammation and fever responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a feature of nonspecific immunity?

    <p>It is highly specific to infections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which condition is an example of an immunodeficiency disorder?

    <p>Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes innate immunity?

    <p>It consists of components present at birth.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a component of the first line of defense?

    <p>Phagocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Symptoms of autoimmune diseases can include which of the following?

    <p>Fever and fatigue</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of natural passive immunity involves maternal transfer?

    <p>Transfer of immunoglobulin A</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is true regarding the role of cilia in the immune system?

    <p>They are involved in the mechanical movement of particles.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a common environmental factor associated with autoimmune disease onset?

    <p>Exposure to toxins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary goal of therapeutic approaches for autoimmune diseases?

    <p>To manage symptoms and reduce immune system activity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of hypersensitivity reaction is mediated by IgE and involves immediate responses?

    <p>Type I Hypersensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary treatment for anaphylaxis?

    <p>Intramuscular epinephrine injection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a common cause of anaphylaxis?

    <p>Exposure to high altitudes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What differentiates Type IV hypersensitivity from the other types?

    <p>It is mediated by T cells and is delayed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom is typically associated with anaphylaxis?

    <p>Swelling of the tongue (angioedema)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What class of drugs is commonly used to reduce inflammation in autoimmune diseases?

    <p>Corticosteroids</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which scenario is immediate medical attention especially critical?

    <p>After exposure to a known allergen resulting in anaphylaxis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of hypersensitivity involves immune complex-mediated reactions?

    <p>Type III Hypersensitivity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which symptom can escalate to life-threatening levels during anaphylaxis?

    <p>Shortness of breath</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following immune diseases is an example of Type II hypersensitivity?

    <p>Autoimmune hemolytic anemia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a recommended action for someone with a history of anaphylaxis?

    <p>Carry an epinephrine autoinjector (epipen)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which form of hypersensitivity involves T cells and delayed reactions?

    <p>Type IV</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following correctly describes the role of IgG antibodies in the immune system?

    <p>They predominantly participate in the secondary immune response following class switching and maturation.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is IgG important for neonates?

    <p>It carries the highest level of specific antibodies against pathogens encountered by the mother.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of IgM antibodies?

    <p>They are the first antibodies produced during the initial exposure to an antigen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about antigens is correct?

    <p>An antigen can be anything capable of triggering an immune response.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do epitopes play in the antigen-antibody interaction?

    <p>They are molecular determinants on antigens that antibodies bind to.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which feature distinguishes allergens from other antigens?

    <p>Allergens trigger hypersensitivity reactions through IgE responses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How do IgG antibodies prevent IgE mediated anaphylaxis?

    <p>By binding to allergens before they can interact with IgE on mast cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of autoimmune diseases?

    <p>They result from antibodies that attack the body's own self-antigens.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component is NOT necessary for an antibody to recognize an antigen?

    <p>High molecular weight</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What triggers the activation and expansion of lymphocytes in response to an antigen?

    <p>Clonal selection based on antigen specificity.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a significant feature of colostrum concerning immune protection?

    <p>It provides a high concentration of IgG to the neonate.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way do antibodies act as receptors?

    <p>They recognize and bind to specific antigens on B-cells.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the size and secretion form of IgG antibodies?

    <p>IgG is secreted as a monomer and is small, allowing easy diffusion into tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of immune response is specifically associated with IgE antibodies?

    <p>Type-I hypersensitivity reactions and allergic responses.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    General Principles and Practice of Immunology

    • Immunology is the study of the immune system and its responses in health and disease, aiming to maintain and promote body immunity.
    • It also examines immune system malfunctions, like autoimmune diseases and immunodeficiencies.
    • Immunology involves analyzing the chemical, physical, and physiological components of the immune system in vitro, in vivo, and in situ.
    • The immune system comprises innate and adaptive immunity, enabling pathogen defense. Key principles include detecting and fighting infection, recognizing "self" cells, developing memory from prior encounters, and limiting responses post-pathogen elimination.
    • Immunology is applied in various fields, including medicine, nursing, organ transplantation, oncology, and more. These applications work toward pathogen prevention and effective management of pathology or autoimmune disorders.
    • Immunological organs are categorized as primary (bone marrow, thymus), secondary (lymph nodes, spleen, tonsils, adenoids), and associated (skin, digestive system).

    Antigens and Antibodies

    • Antigens (Ag) are molecules that trigger antibody production. They can be "self" or "non-self".
    • Antibodies (Ab), or immunoglobulins, are Y-shaped proteins that recognize and neutralize foreign substances.
    • Each antibody has a unique paratope that binds to a specific epitope on an antigen.
    • Antibodies exist in five main classes (IgG, IgA, IgM, IgD, IgE) with subclasses and varying roles in the body.
    • IgA is crucial for mucosal immunity. IgG is abundant in blood and provides protection against pathogens by neutralization, opsonization, complement activation, and ADCC.
    • IgM often appears early in immune responses and activates complement.
    • IgE is important in defense against parasites and also in allergic reactions like anaphylaxis.
    • IgD is involved in B cell activation.

    Body's Defense Against Microorganisms: Nonspecific and Specific

    • Nonspecific (Innate/Native) Immunity: This is the body's first line of defense against pathogens, working on a broader range of microbes. It does not adapt to specific pathogens and depends on genetically encoded recognition.
    • Specific (Adaptive/Acquired) Immunity: This is a targeted response to particular pathogens mediated by antigen-specific lymphocytes. Key features are specificity and memory, meaning that the immune system "remembers" prior encounters.

    Classification of Immunity

    • Immunity is primarily classified as innate and adaptive.
    • Innate immunity further divides into first-line and second-line defenses. Adaptive immunity is classified as either naturally or artificially acquired, which are further categorized as active or passive.

    Abnormal Immune Responses

    • Abnormal immune responses can be characterized by immune system overactivity (immunohyperactivity), underactivity (immunodeficiency), or a combination.
    • Primary immunodeficiencies are genetic, while secondary immunodeficiencies are acquired.
    • These responses can cause damage to the body's own tissues and cells through autoimmune disorders/diseases as well as immunodeficiencies, sometimes even without the presence of pathogens.

    Autoimmune Responses

    • Autoimmune diseases result from the immune system attacking the body's own tissues and cells.
    • Diagnosing autoimmune disorders is often challenging due to their diverse presentations and the fluctuating nature of symptoms.
    • Genetic and environmental factors likely play a role in their complex etiology.
    • Examples include celiac disease, type 1 diabetes, Graves' disease, inflammatory bowel diseases, multiple sclerosis, rheumatoid arthritis, and systemic lupus erythematosus.
    • Treatment focuses on controlling symptoms and modulating the immune response.

    Anaphylaxis

    • Anaphylaxis is a severe, life-threatening allergic reaction characterized by a rapid onset.
    • It can be triggered by various allergens like insect venom, food, medications, latex, or even physical exercise.
    • Symptoms include hives, swelling, difficulty breathing, low blood pressure, and potentially loss of consciousness.
    • Immediate epinephrine administration is crucial for treatment.

    Serum Sickness

    • Serum sickness is an immune complex hypersensitivity reaction, often caused by exposure to animal serum or certain medications.
    • Symptoms may include rashes, joint pain, fever, and swollen lymph nodes.
    • Treatment typically involves addressing symptoms.

    Acquired Immune Deficiencies

    • Immunodeficiency refers to a weakened ability of the immune system to fight pathogens and cancer.
    • It can be acquired (most common) due to extrinsic factors like infections (e.g., HIV/AIDS).
    • It can also be due to genetic deficiencies or medications (e.g., immunosuppressants following organ transplantation).
    • Consequences can range from increased susceptibility to infections to potentially life-threatening conditions.

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