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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?
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?
What is the primary role of the immune system?
What is the primary role of the immune system?
Which type of lymphocyte produces antibodies that seek out specific invaders?
Which type of lymphocyte produces antibodies that seek out specific invaders?
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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?
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What is the primary role of Killer T cells?
What is the primary role of Killer T cells?
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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?
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Which immunoglobulin is attached to B cells and activates them?
Which immunoglobulin is attached to B cells and activates them?
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Which immunoglobulin is first to increase in immune response?
Which immunoglobulin is first to increase in immune response?
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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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Description
Test your knowledge of the immune system with this quiz! From cells to organs, this complex network defends the body against pathogens such as bacteria, parasites, fungi, and viruses. Learn about specific and non-specific responses, and the primary role of the immune system in preventing foreign substances from entering the body. Challenge yourself and see how much you know about the organs of immunity and their functions.
