5 Questions
Which of the following is a challenge of the immune system?
Pathogen-induced diseases
Who is considered the father of Immunology?
Edward Jenner
What did the 15th-century practice of Variolation involve?
Inhaling or inserting small pox crusts into cuts in the skin
What type of diseases result from the failure of the immune system to recognize self vs non-self?
Autoimmune diseases
What did Edward Jenner demonstrate in 1796 that protects against smallpox?
Inoculation with cow-pox
Test your knowledge of host defense and prevention of diseases in the living system with this quiz. Explore topics such as infections, autoimmune diseases, and immunodeficiency to gain a deeper understanding of human diseases.
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