40 Questions
What is the function of IgG and C3b?
They function as opsonins
What are the three pathways of complement activation?
Alternative, classical, and lectin
How do newborns receive antibodies from their mothers?
IgG across the placenta and IgA via breast milk
What plays a significant role in the defense against helminths?
IgE antibodies and eosinophils
What is the second signal for activation of B cells?
Binding of C3d to CR2 receptor
Which cells play an important role in the selection of B cells with high-affinity receptors?
Follicular dendritic cells
What is the function of MHC I class molecules?
They are involved in the activation of T cells
What is the role of TLR4?
It initiates pro-inflammatory responses
Lipopolysaccharide is a characteristic of which type of bacteria?
Gram negative bacteria
What is the main function of flagella in bacteria?
Bacterial motion
What is the main function of streptokinase secreted by S.pyogenes?
Conversion of plasminogen to plasmin
What is the role of the mucoid or smooth capsule in pneumococcus?
Inhibition of complement activation
What distinguishes S.aureus from other staphylococci?
Production of free coagulase
Which bacterial species inhibits Streptococcus mutans in the oral cavity?
Enterococcus faecalis
How does E.faecalis affect Pseudomonas aeruginosa in wounds?
Enhances biofilm matrix components
What is the role of pili and surface proteins in Neisseria gonorrhoeae?
Facilitating attachment to host cells
What is the main mechanism of acute rejection?
Graft ischemia due to proliferation of vascular smooth muscle cells
What is the term for a generalized and often uncontrolled inflammatory response?
Sepsis
What are the key molecules in the pathogenesis of sepsis?
Lipopolysaccharide of Gram-negative bacteria and cytokines such as TNF-α and IL-6
What is indirect allorecognition?
T cell recognizes processed peptide of allogeneic MHC molecule bound to self MHC molecule on host APC
What is the main pathologic mechanism in hyperacute rejection?
Graft ischemia due to preexisting antibodies in the host circulation
What is the main mechanism of hyperacute graft rejection?
Preexisting antibodies in the host circulation that bind to donor endothelial antigens
What is the role of cytokines in sepsis?
They trigger a generalized and often uncontrolled inflammatory response
What is the term for the uncontrolled inflammation response that occurs in sepsis?
Systemic inflammatory response syndrome
What is the common manifestation of Pneumocystis jiroveci infection in immunocompromised patients?
Pulmonary pneumonia
Which group is at higher risk for contracting sporotrichosis?
Foresters, farmers, and gardeners
Which dermatophyte infection affects the scalp?
Tinea capitis
What is a common treatment approach for superficial mycoses?
Topical antifungal creams or shampoos
Which cells play the most important role in defending against Aspergillus infections?
Neutrophils and macrophages
What is a common cause of seborrheic dermatitis?
Malassezia furfur
What characteristic lesion is associated with tinea corporis?
Clearly circumscribed, pruritic, desquamated areas of skin
Which antifungal drug is known for its nephrotoxicity?
Amphotericin B
What is the name of the fungal infection that causes skin discoloration?
Pityriasis versicolor
Which type of viral genome can be directly translated by the host cell's ribosomes?
Single-stranded positive RNA
What is the function of hemagglutinin (HA) in influenza viruses?
Binding to sialic acid
Which virus is known for its ability to establish latent infections in the host cell?
Herpes viruses
What is antigenic shift?
Major genetic rearrangement creating new viral subtypes which can cause pandemics
What is the name of the coronavirus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic?
SARS-CoV-2
Which antiviral drug inhibits viral DNA synthesis by inhibiting viral DNA polymerase?
Acyclovir
Which virus can cause hand, foot and mouth disease?
Coxsackie A virus
Study Notes
Immunity and Infection
- Recovery from chickenpox involves the administration of antibodies from an immune individual.
- Acquired immunity is a type of immunity that occurs after exposure to a pathogen or antigen.
- Memory B cells and T cells are responsible for acquired immunity.
- MHC I class molecules are responsible for presenting antigens to CD8+ T cells.
Innate Immune Response
- Dendritic cells, macrophages, and B lymphocytes are involved in the innate immune response.
- The innate immune response is non-specific and rapid.
- TLR4 is a receptor involved in the recognition of pathogens.
- IL-12 is a cytokine that initiates pro-inflammatory responses.
- Selectins are involved in the recruitment of immune cells to the site of infection.
- The phagocytic activity of neutrophils contributes to microbial destruction within phagosomes.
Complement System
- IgG and C3b are molecules that function as opsonins.
- The alternative, classical, and lectin pathways are the three pathways of complement activation.
- Newborns receive antibodies from their mothers through IgG across the placenta and IgA via breast milk.
Defense against Pathogens
- IgE antibodies and eosinophils play a significant role in the defense against helminths.
- Plasmacytoid dendritic cells play an important role in the selection of B cells with high-affinity receptors.
- Macrophages and complement are involved in the defense against bacterial infections.
- Lipopolysaccharide (LPS) is a characteristic of Gram-negative bacteria.
Transplantation
- Indirect allorecognition occurs when T cells recognize processed peptide of allogeneic MHC molecule bound to self MHC molecule on host APC.
- Hyperacute graft rejection is mediated by preexisting antibodies in the host circulation that bind to donor endothelial antigens.
Bacterial Infections
- Streptokinase secreted by S. pyogenes converts plasminogen to plasmin.
- The mucoid or smooth capsule in pneumococcus promotes bacterial colonization.
- S. aureus is distinguished from other staphylococci by the production of free coagulase.
- Enterococcus faecalis inhibits Streptococcus mutans in the oral cavity.
Fungal Infections
- Neutrophils and macrophages play the most important role in defending against Aspergillus infections.
- Malassezia furfur is a common cause of seborrheic dermatitis.
- Tinea corporis is characterized by clearly circumscribed, pruritic, desquamated areas of skin.
- Amphotericin B is known for its nephrotoxicity.
Viral Infections
- Single-stranded positive RNA viral genomes can be directly translated by the host cell's ribosomes.
- Hemagglutinin (HA) in influenza viruses binds to sialic acid.
- Herpes viruses are known for their ability to establish latent infections in the host cell.
- Antigenic shift refers to a major genetic rearrangement creating new viral subtypes which can cause pandemics.
- SARS-CoV-2 is the coronavirus responsible for the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Acyclovir is an antiviral drug that inhibits viral DNA synthesis by inhibiting viral DNA polymerase.
- Coxsackie A virus can cause hand, foot, and mouth disease.
- Rubella virus can cause severe congenital infections.
Test your knowledge of the immune system, covering topics such as acquired immunity, memory B cells, and the innate immune response. Learn about the role of antibodies, MHC I class molecules, and different cell types in the immune process.
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