6 Questions
Which branch of biomedical science covers the study of the immune system in all organisms?
Immunology
What are the two main divisions of the immune system in vertebrates?
Innate and acquired
What have all multicellular organisms evolved defense mechanisms against?
Viruses, bacteria, and parasites
Which components make up the acquired or adaptive immune system?
Humoral and cellular components
What is the definition of the humoral (antibody) response?
The interaction between antibodies and antigens
What are antigens defined as?
Anything that elicits antibodies
Test your knowledge of immunology and the immune system with this quiz! Explore the defense mechanisms of multicellular organisms against viruses, bacteria, and parasites. Learn about the innate and adaptive immune systems found in vertebrates.
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