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Which of the following receptors can be dimeric or trimeric?
Which of the following receptors can be dimeric or trimeric?
- IL-1 family receptors
- Chemokine receptors
- TNF receptors
- IL-17 family receptors (correct)
What role do chemokines play in the immune system?
What role do chemokines play in the immune system?
- They promote the mobility of immune system cells. (correct)
- They enhance interactions between T and B cells.
- They inhibit the activity of G protein-coupled receptors.
- They provide signals for cell death.
How are chemokines classified?
How are chemokines classified?
- By their affinity for G protein-coupled receptors.
- Based on their receptor type alone.
- By their structural signature. (correct)
- According to their function in promoting cell apoptosis.
How do chemokines influence immune cell behavior?
How do chemokines influence immune cell behavior?
What is an example of a chemokine that attracts lymphocytes?
What is an example of a chemokine that attracts lymphocytes?
What is the process called when T and B cells that can bind to a pathogen undergo differentiation and proliferation?
What is the process called when T and B cells that can bind to a pathogen undergo differentiation and proliferation?
What happens to specialized T and B cells after they have differentiated?
What happens to specialized T and B cells after they have differentiated?
Which types of cells are involved in the adaptive immune response?
Which types of cells are involved in the adaptive immune response?
How do T and B cells respond to pathogens once they have recognized them?
How do T and B cells respond to pathogens once they have recognized them?
What is the role of antibodies in the adaptive immune response?
What is the role of antibodies in the adaptive immune response?
What role do TLRs play in the immune response?
What role do TLRs play in the immune response?
Which of the following is a characteristic of TLRs?
Which of the following is a characteristic of TLRs?
What initiates downstream signaling in TLRs?
What initiates downstream signaling in TLRs?
Which of the following is NOT a function of TLRs?
Which of the following is NOT a function of TLRs?
Which adaptor proteins can be involved in TLR signaling?
Which adaptor proteins can be involved in TLR signaling?
Where are TLRs primarily located?
Where are TLRs primarily located?
What type of receptors do TLRs resemble structurally?
What type of receptors do TLRs resemble structurally?
What is the significance of the leucine-rich repeats (LRRs) in TLRs?
What is the significance of the leucine-rich repeats (LRRs) in TLRs?
Which types of stimuli can activate TLRs?
Which types of stimuli can activate TLRs?
Which of the following processes are influenced by TLR activation?
Which of the following processes are influenced by TLR activation?
What is the primary function of memory T and B cells in the immune system?
What is the primary function of memory T and B cells in the immune system?
How do immune cells identify a pathogen?
How do immune cells identify a pathogen?
What is meant by the concept of 'self' versus 'non-self' in the context of the immune response?
What is meant by the concept of 'self' versus 'non-self' in the context of the immune response?
Why are pathogens harmful to the body while not harming the host?
Why are pathogens harmful to the body while not harming the host?
What triggers cellular responses to pathogens?
What triggers cellular responses to pathogens?
Which cells are primarily responsible for executing the destroying function on pathogens?
Which cells are primarily responsible for executing the destroying function on pathogens?
What best describes pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs)?
What best describes pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs)?
What do pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) do in the immune response?
What do pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) do in the immune response?
What do pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) primarily interact with?
What do pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) primarily interact with?
Which statement is true regarding TLRs?
Which statement is true regarding TLRs?
How are PRRs considered in terms of evolutionary history?
How are PRRs considered in terms of evolutionary history?
Which of the following best describes the structure of TLRs?
Which of the following best describes the structure of TLRs?
What is the primary role of PRRs in the immune system?
What is the primary role of PRRs in the immune system?
What distinguishes TLRs from other receptor types in the immune system?
What distinguishes TLRs from other receptor types in the immune system?
Which statement regarding the evolutionary aspect of PRRs is correct?
Which statement regarding the evolutionary aspect of PRRs is correct?
Which component is commonly recognized by PRRs on immune cells?
Which component is commonly recognized by PRRs on immune cells?
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Study Notes
TLRs and Lipopolysaccharide (LPS)
- Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) acts as a common ligand for Toll-like receptors (TLRs), classified as pathogen-associated molecular patterns (PAMPs).
- TLRs feature leucine-rich repeats (LRRs) and undergo dimerization upon ligand binding, demonstrating structural similarities across different TLRs.
Downstream Signaling and Immune Response
- TLR activation initiates downstream signaling through Toll/IL-1 receptor (TIR) domains, which recruit either MyD88 or TIR adaptor proteins.
- Adaptor proteins play a critical role in driving the immune response by determining which transcription factors are activated.
Chemokines and Immune Cell Mobility
- Chemokines serve as signaling molecules that guide the movement of immune cells towards sites of infection or injury.
- Chemokines interact with G protein-coupled receptors (GPCRs) to facilitate immune cell migration into, within, and out of lymphoid organs.
- The nomenclature for chemokines often includes "L" for ligands and "R" for receptors, such as CXCL12, known for attracting lymphocytes.
Adaptive Immune Response
- T and B cells, which can specifically bind pathogens, undergo differentiation and proliferation through a process called clonal selection.
- Specialized T and B cells, along with antibodies, are transported via the bloodstream to infection sites to eliminate pathogens.
- Memory T and B cells persist in the body, providing a rapid response upon re-exposure to the same pathogen.
Pattern Recognition Receptors (PRRs)
- PRRs are essential for distinguishing between self and non-self, recognizing molecular patterns exclusive to pathogens.
- PRRs are found in nearly all plants and animals, indicating their evolutionary importance in immune responses.
- They enable immune cells to engage with PAMPs, facilitating the initiation of innate and adaptive immune responses.
Structural and Functional Characteristics of TLRs
- TLRs are primarily located on plasma and endosomal membranes and predominantly function as dimers.
- Different PAMPs can activate varying signaling pathways linked to TLRs, contributing to diverse immune responses.
- The unique molecular signatures of pathogens ensure that immune cells can identify and respond effectively to foreign invaders.
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