Blood and Immune System Overview
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What is the primary function of blood in the immune system?

  • Transporting nutrients to cells
  • Defending against pathogens (correct)
  • Cooling the body during exercise
  • Regulating body temperature

Which component of blood is mainly responsible for clotting?

  • White blood cells
  • Plasma
  • Platelets (correct)
  • Red blood cells

How do white blood cells support the immune response?

  • By producing hormones
  • By transporting oxygen
  • By attacking and destroying pathogens (correct)
  • By maintaining pH balance in blood

What is the role of plasma in the circulatory system?

<p>Transporting blood cells and nutrients (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cell type is primarily involved in the adaptive immune response?

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Blood's role in immunity

The primary function of blood in the immune system is to defend the body against harmful pathogens like bacteria, viruses, and fungi.

What causes blood clotting?

Platelets are tiny cell fragments in the blood that are essential for clotting. They stick together at the site of a wound, forming a plug to stop bleeding.

White blood cells' role in immunity

White blood cells, also called leukocytes, are the immune system's soldiers. They identify and destroy pathogens, protecting the body from infection.

What does plasma transport?

Plasma is the liquid component of blood. It carries vital components like red blood cells, white blood cells, nutrients, and waste products throughout the body.

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B lymphocytes in the adaptive immune response

B lymphocytes, also called B cells, are a type of white blood cell that plays a crucial role in the adaptive immune response. They produce antibodies that specifically target and neutralize pathogens.

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Study Notes

Blood

  • Blood is a specialized connective tissue composed of plasma and formed elements
  • Plasma makes up about 55% of blood volume and is mostly water
  • Plasma contains dissolved solutes, such as proteins, electrolytes, nutrients, and waste products
  • Formed elements make up about 45% of blood volume and include red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets (thrombocytes)
  • Erythrocytes are responsible for oxygen transport
  • Leukocytes are responsible for immune defense
  • Thrombocytes are responsible for blood clotting

Immune System

  • The immune system is a complex network of cells, tissues, and organs that work together to defend the body against foreign invaders
  • The immune system can be divided into two main branches: the innate immune system and the adaptive immune system
  • The innate immune system is the first line of defense against pathogens and is non-specific
  • The adaptive immune system is a more specific defense system that is able to target specific pathogens and remember them for future encounters
  • The adaptive immune system is responsible for immune memory, which allows the body to mount a faster and more effective response upon subsequent exposures to the same pathogen

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Explore the essential components of blood and the immune system in this quiz. Learn about the roles of plasma, red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets. Additionally, understand the distinction between the innate and adaptive immune systems as they work to protect the body.

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