Immunology: Aging and the Immune System
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What is the primary function of antibody-secreting plasma cells in naturally acquired active immunity?

  • To produce memory cells and cytotoxic T cells
  • To stimulate cell-mediated immune responses
  • To recognize antigens and activate B cells
  • To secrete antibodies to combat pathogens (correct)
  • What is the main difference between naturally acquired active immunity and artificially acquired active immunity?

  • The type of antigens involved
  • The duration of immunity
  • The route of antigen introduction (correct)
  • The type of immune response triggered
  • What is the primary function of B memory cells in adaptive immunity?

  • To produce antibodies to combat pathogens
  • To recognize antigens and activate T cells
  • To stimulate cell-mediated immune responses
  • To provide long-term immunity to specific pathogens (correct)
  • What is the primary function of cytotoxic T cells in adaptive immunity?

    <p>To directly kill infected host cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between antibody-mediated immunity and cell-mediated immunity?

    <p>The type of immune response triggered</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of the immune system in aging?

    <p>To maintain immune homeostasis and prevent disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary mechanism of artificially acquired passive immunity?

    <p>Transfer of immunoglobulins from one individual to another</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary function of T memory cells in adaptive immunity?

    <p>To provide long-term immunity to specific pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary difference between IgG and IgA antibodies in naturally acquired passive immunity?

    <p>The site of antibody transfer</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary consequence of immune system aging?

    <p>Increased susceptibility to infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

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