16 Questions
What is the primary function of humoral immunity?
Protection against extracellular pathogens
Which specific exotoxins does humoral immunity target?
Tetanus and diphtheria toxins
What distinguishes the primary immune response?
It is the body's first encounter with a specific antigen
How long is the lag period for antibody production after the first exposure to an infection?
7-10 days
Which antibody is the first to be produced upon exposure to an infection for the first time?
IgM, followed by IgG or IgA
What characterizes the secondary immune response?
It is faster and more effective than the primary response
During the secondary response, which antibody type is produced in higher concentration?
IgG
What is the duration of the antibody response in the primary response?
Short
Which antibody type is primarily produced in the fetus?
IgG
What cells are attributed to the rapid antibody response during the secondary response?
Plasma cells
What are the processes used for the evaluation of humoral immunity?
Measuring amounts of IgG, IgM, and IgA
What is opsonization?
Enhanced ingestion of microorganisms by phagocytic cells
What is the lag period in the primary response before antibodies are detected?
7-10 days
What is the main function of antibodies?
Protection against infectious agents or their products
What are the combined immunizations widely used?
MMR vaccine (measles, mumps, rubella)
What happens to the concentration of IgG in the mom after birth?
Decreases and lost by 3-6 months
Test your knowledge of humoral immunity with this quiz. Explore topics such as antibody-mediated immunity, protection against different pathogens, and the role of humoral immunity in targeting specific exotoxins.
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