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Which of the following is NOT a pathogenic microbe or pathogen that the immune system protects the body against?
Which of the following is NOT a pathogenic microbe or pathogen that the immune system protects the body against?
- Fungi
- Parasites
- Bacteria
- Red blood cells (correct)
Which organ of the immune system is responsible for launching an attack against foreign bodies that have entered the body?
Which organ of the immune system is responsible for launching an attack against foreign bodies that have entered the body?
- Thymus
- Lymph nodes
- Spleen (correct)
- Tonsils
What is the primary role of the immune system?
What is the primary role of the immune system?
- To digest food
- To protect the body against attacks by foreign substances (correct)
- To regulate body temperature
- To produce red blood cells
Which type of lymphocyte produces antibodies that seek out specific invaders?
Which type of lymphocyte produces antibodies that seek out specific invaders?
Which type of immunity responds to antigens such as bacteria and foreign tissue?
Which type of immunity responds to antigens such as bacteria and foreign tissue?
What is the primary role of Killer T cells?
What is the primary role of Killer T cells?
Which immunoglobulin is responsible for causing an allergic response and resulting in inflammation?
Which immunoglobulin is responsible for causing an allergic response and resulting in inflammation?
Which immunoglobulin is attached to B cells and activates them?
Which immunoglobulin is attached to B cells and activates them?
Which immunoglobulin is first to increase in immune response?
Which immunoglobulin is first to increase in immune response?
Flashcards
Red blood cells
Red blood cells
A component of blood, but not a pathogen the immune system targets.
Spleen
Spleen
An immune organ that launches attacks against foreign entities in the body.
Primary role of the Immune System
Primary role of the Immune System
Defends the body from foreign invaders and harmful substances.
B Lymphocytes
B Lymphocytes
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Humoral Immunity
Humoral Immunity
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Primary role of Killer T cells
Primary role of Killer T cells
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IgE
IgE
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IgD
IgD
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IgM
IgM
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Study Notes
Immune System Protection
- The immune system protects the body against pathogenic microbes or pathogens.
Organs of the Immune System
- The spleen is responsible for launching an attack against foreign bodies that have entered the body.
Role of the Immune System
- The primary role of the immune system is to protect the body against pathogens and other foreign substances.
Lymphocytes and Antibodies
- B cells (B lymphocytes) produce antibodies that seek out specific invaders.
Types of Immunity
- Adaptive immunity responds to antigens such as bacteria and foreign tissue.
Killer T Cells
- The primary role of Killer T cells is to destroy infected cells or foreign substances.
Immunoglobulins
- IgE is responsible for causing an allergic response and resulting in inflammation.
- IgM is attached to B cells and activates them.
- IgM is the first to increase in immune response.
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