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Which white blood cell plays a critical role in the adaptive immune response by producing antibodies against antigens?
Which white blood cell plays a critical role in the adaptive immune response by producing antibodies against antigens?
- Macrophages
- T cells
- B cells (correct)
- NK cells
What is the main function of B cells in the immune system?
What is the main function of B cells in the immune system?
- Cytokine production
- Antibody production (correct)
- Complement activation
- Phagocytosis
How do B cells recognize a vast array of antigens?
How do B cells recognize a vast array of antigens?
- By secreting cytokines
- By expressing a unique B cell receptor (BCR) with specific affinity (correct)
- By direct killing of infected cells
- Through T cell activation
What initiates the activation process of a B cell during antigen recognition?
What initiates the activation process of a B cell during antigen recognition?
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What can lead to T cell-independent activation of B cells?
What can lead to T cell-independent activation of B cells?
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Which type of B cell differentiation leads to the production of large quantities of antibodies specific to a stimulating antigen?
Which type of B cell differentiation leads to the production of large quantities of antibodies specific to a stimulating antigen?
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What is the function of plasma cells in the immune system?
What is the function of plasma cells in the immune system?
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