7 Questions
Which of the following cells are the principal sources of cytokines in innate immunity?
Dendritic cells, macrophages, and mast cells
Which of the following is not a powerful stimulus for cytokine secretion by macrophages and dendritic cells?
Recognition of host cells
What is the function of cytokines in the immune system?
To communicate between leukocytes and other cells
Which cytokines are involved in recruiting blood neutrophils and monocytes to sites of infection?
Tumor necrosis factor (TNF)
What is the role of type I IFNs in viral infections?
They prevent spread of the infection to uninfected cells
What is the defining feature of septic shock?
Low blood pressure
Which cytokine is responsible for inducing fever by acting on the hypothalamus?
Interleukin-1 (IL-1)
Test your knowledge on cytokines and their role in innate immunity with this quiz. Learn about cytokine functions, types and their communication between different cells involved in immune and inflammatory reactions.
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