18 Questions
What is the role of plasma cells?
Secrete antibodies
Which type of antibody is good at causing antigen clumping and activating complement?
IgE
What is the first type of antibody to be secreted in response to a new antigen?
IgD
What happens when some of the B cells differentiate into memory B cells?
They become plasma cells and secrete antibodies
What is the function of the activation receptor for MHC class I molecules?
To activate MHC class I molecules
How does the body respond to a vaccine?
By producing an immune response to a specific pathogen
What is the purpose of the membrane attack complex?
To destroy foreign cells or pathogens
What is the role of the reduction in MHC class I molecules?
To evade immune recognition by infected cells
Which type of immunity is slower and specific in targeting pathogens?
Acquired immunity
Which specialized lymphoid organ monitors blood?
Spleen
Which element is not part of the innate immune system?
Tonsils
What is the main function of natural killer (NK) cells in the immune system?
Destroy infected cells
What is the normal range for hematocrit?
37-54%
Which plasma protein is responsible for generating colloid osmotic pressure?
Albumins
What is the primary function of thrombocytes in the blood?
Blood clotting
What is the main function of granulocytes in the blood?
Immune response
What is the role of erythrocytes in the blood?
Oxygen transport
In the given case study, what could be a possible reason for Erica's symptoms?
Malnutrition from omitting animal products
Test your knowledge of activation receptors, reduction in MHC class I molecules, and other related concepts in immunology. This quiz covers topics from the textbook reading and a case study about meningitis.
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