Immune System Terminology and Functions
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What type of leukocyte is primarily involved in the first line of defense through phagocytosis?

  • Macrophages (correct)
  • Helper T-cells
  • Killer T-cells
  • B cells

    • Which type of immunity is primarily activated by B cells?

  • Adaptive immunity
  • Inflammatory response
  • Cell-mediated immunity
  • Humoral immunity (correct)

    • Which leukocyte type contributes to cell-mediated immunity?

  • Eosinophils
  • T cells (correct)
  • Monocytes
  • B cells

    • What is the function of Helper T-cells?

    <p>Help B-cells activate and proliferate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of T cells?

    <p>They produce antibodies.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of T cell is known for killing infected or cancerous cells?

    <p>Cytotoxic T-cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of an antigen in the immune response?

    <p>To stimulate antibody production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of antibodies in the immune response?

    <p>Bind and mark pathogens for destruction</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of leukocyte primarily lacks granules in its cytoplasm?

    <p>Nongranular leukocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for responding first to inflammation?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do lymph nodes play in the immune system?

    <p>They filter foreign material from lymph before entering the bloodstream</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of mast cells?

    <p>They are involved in allergic reactions and wound healing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the key functions of eosinophils in the immune system?

    <p>They increase in number during allergic reactions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is considered a primary physical barrier in the immune system?

    <p>Skin and mucous membranes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which component of the immune response releases cell mediators to coordinate the immune reaction?

    <p>Granulocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the spleen in the immune system?

    <p>It filters blood and destroys old red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of immunity is present at birth?

    <p>Natural / Nonspecific immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of passive acquired immunity?

    <p>Antibody transfer from mother to infant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is active acquired immunity developed?

    <p>By immunization or infection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is a characteristic of inactivated vaccines?

    <p>They use killed strains of pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    HIV primarily attacks which type of immune cells in the body?

    <p>CD4 cells (helper T cells)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does 'attenuated' refer to in live attenuated vaccines?

    <p>Pathogens that have been weakened</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements about natural immunity is true?

    <p>It includes physical barriers like skin</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How can HIV be transmitted from mother to child?

    <p>Through breast milk, amniotic fluid, or at delivery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the recommended methods for reducing the risk of HIV transmission during sexual activity?

    <p>Reducing the number of sexual partners to one</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does PrEP involve for individuals engaging in high-risk behaviors?

    <p>Taking a daily pill containing two HIV medications</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the purpose of Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP)?

    <p>To take preventive medications after possible HIV exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it recommended not to reuse condoms?

    <p>Reusing condoms can decrease their effectiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is part of the standard precautions to protect against HIV in healthcare settings?

    <p>Using personal protective equipment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes HIV as a retrovirus?

    <p>It requires a host cell, specifically a CD4 cell, to replicate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of products should infected individuals refrain from donating?

    <p>Any bodily fluids and organs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a method to prevent HIV infection?

    <p>Encouraging regular HIV testing every month</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is primarily emptied into the CD4 T cell during the uncoating/fusion process of HIV?

    <p>Viral RNA and enzymes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What process converts HIV's RNA into double-stranded DNA?

    <p>Reverse transcription</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which enzyme facilitates the blending of new viral DNA with the DNA of the CD4 T cell?

    <p>Integrase</p> Signup and view all the answers

    During which stage of HIV infection can the viral load reach very high levels, often above 100,000 copies per milliliter of blood?

    <p>Acute Stage</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What occurs during the transcription phase of HIV infection?

    <p>Creation of mRNA from viral DNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the HIV protease enzyme play in the viral lifecycle?

    <p>Cutting polyprotein chains into individual proteins</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is a characteristic of the chronic stage of HIV infection?

    <p>Low levels of viral replication</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the first step after the viral DNA integrates with the CD4 T cell's DNA?

    <p>Transcription to yield mRNA</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Immune System Terminology

    • Antigen: A substance that stimulates antibody production.
    • Antibody: A protein produced by the immune system that targets harmful substances.
    • Humoral Immunity: Immunity provided by antibodies in the body fluids.
    • Cell Mediated Immunity: Immunity provided by the T lymphocytes.

    Immune system structures

    • Bone Marrow: Produces white blood cells (WBCs).
    • Lymphoid Tissues: Sites of WBC activity.
      • Spleen: Filters blood, removing old and injured red blood cells.
      • Lymph nodes: Remove foreign material from the lymph system.
    • Physical and Chemical Barriers: First line of defense.
      • Physical: Skin, mucous membranes, cilia of the respiratory tract.
      • Chemical: Mucus, gastric secretions, enzymes in tears and saliva.

    White Blood Cells (WBCs)

    • Granular Leukocytes (Granulocytes):
      • Neutrophils: Most abundant WBC, first responders to inflammation.
      • Eosinophils: Fight multicellular parasites.
      • Basophils: Involved in allergic reactions.
      • Mast cells: Role in wound healing and allergic reactions.
    • Nongranular Leukocytes:
      • Monocytes/Macrophages: Larger phagocytic cells than granulocytes.
      • Lymphocytes:
        • B cells: Responsible for humoral immunity, producing antibodies.
        • T cells: Responsible for cell-mediated immunity.
          • Helper T cells: Stimulate B cells and killer T cells.
          • Killer T cells: Destroy infected or cancerous cells.

    Types of Immunity

    • Natural/Nonspecific immunity: Present at birth.
    • Acquired/Specific immunity: Develops after birth.
      • Active acquired immunity: Develops after exposure to pathogens.
        • Examples: Vaccination, infectious disease.
      • Passive acquired immunity: Temporary immunity from external sources.
        • Examples: Maternal antibodies, immune globulin injections.

    Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV)

    • A retrovirus that attacks the human body's immune system, specifically CD4+ cells.
    • Transmission:
      • Body fluids: blood, seminal fluid, vaginal secretions, amniotic fluid, breast milk.
      • Mother-to-child: in utero, during birth, breast feeding.
      • Sharing needles, unsafe sexual contact, organ transplantation.

    HIV Prevention:

    • Use condoms.
    • Reduce the number of sexual partners.
    • Don't share needles, razors, toothbrushes, or blood contaminated articles.
    • Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP): Daily medication to prevent HIV infection.
    • Avoid anal intercourse.
    • Get tested regularly.

    HIV Prevention for Healthcare Providers:

    • Standard Precautions: Hand hygiene, personal protective equipment.
    • Post-Exposure Prophylaxis (PEP): Antiretroviral medications taken within 72 hours of potential exposure.

    HIV Pathophysiology:

    • HIV cannot replicate without a host cell.
    • HIV uses a CD4+ cell to reproduce.
    1. Attachment/Binding: HIV glycoproteins bind to the CD4 receptor on the host cell.
    2. Uncoating/Fusion: HIV releases its genetic material (RNA and enzymes) into the CD4 cell.
    3. DNA synthesis: Reverse transcriptase converts HIV RNA into DNA.
    4. Integration: Integrase inserts the viral DNA into the host cell’s DNA.
    5. Transcription: The integrated DNA produces messenger RNA (mRNA) to build new viruses.
    6. Translation: mRNA creates proteins and enzymes necessary for viral replication.
    7. Cleavage: Protease enzyme cuts the polyprotein chain into individual components.
    8. Budding: New proteins and viral RNA assemble at the cell membrane, forming new viruses.

    HIV Stages:

    • Acute Stage:
      • Characterised by flu-like symptoms (aches, fever, fatigue etc.).
      • Occurs weeks to a month after infection.
      • High viral load, CD4 count is still high.
    • Chronic Stage (Asymptomatic Stage):
      • HIV remains undetected for many years.
      • Viral load is low, but HIV replicates.
      • CD4 count is typically above 500 cells/mm^3.

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