12 Questions
Why are dendritic cells named so?
Presence of long cytoplasmic projections or dendrites
What is the main function of dendritic cells in the immune system?
Activating T-cells by presenting antigens
What is cytotoxicity in the context of the immune system?
The ability to cause death of a target cell
Which cells exhibit cytotoxicity against virally infected cells and tumor cells?
Tc Cells and NK Cells
What leads to the migration of dendritic cells to secondary lymphoid tissues?
Activation through specific inflammatory cytokines
What is the difference between NK Cells and Tc Cells?
Mode of activation against target cells
What is the main function of dendritic cells in the immune system?
Presentation of antigens to T-cells
Which cells exhibit cytotoxicity against virally infected cells, tumor cells, and our cells infected by pathogenic microorganisms?
Natural Killer (NK) Cells
What leads to the migration of dendritic cells to secondary lymphoid tissues?
Activation through specific inflammatory cytokines
What is cytotoxicity in the context of the immune system?
Ability to damage or cause death of a target cell
What is the difference between NK Cells and Tc Cells?
Mode of activation against target cells
What can activate dendritic cells to migrate to secondary lymphoid tissues?
Inflammatory cytokines secreted by macrophages
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