12 Questions
Which type of white blood cells belong to the granular WBCs group?
Neutrophils
What is the main characteristic of immunoglobulins (Igs) according to the text?
Y-shaped polypeptides
Which type of antibody is responsible for allergic reactions and protection against parasites?
IgE
In which type of serological technique are results reported as > or < to confirm the approximate presence of certain molecules?
Semi-quantitative
Which virus is responsible for causing infectious mononucleosis?
Cytomegalovirus (CMV)
Which antibody is specifically tested to diagnose rheumatoid arthritis (RA)?
Anti-IgG, IgM & IgA
Which virus infection is also known as German measles or 3 day measles?
Rubella virus
Which virus is associated with an acute and chronic inflammation disease called Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)?
Epstein Barr Virus (EBV)
Which term refers to the actual lab testing of the samples, usually of blood serum?
Serology
What is the foreign substance that provokes a specific antibody reaction?
Antigen (Ag)
Which organ is responsible for producing antibodies?
Thymus
What is the branch of medical science that studies the physical & chemical aspects of immunity?
Immunology
Learn about the branch of medical science that studies immunity, the body's resistance to foreign invaders such as disease-causing microorganisms, cancer cells, and toxins. Explore the terms immunology and serology in the context of clinical lab orientation and safety.
Make Your Own Quizzes and Flashcards
Convert your notes into interactive study material.
Get started for free
