Immunology: Humoral and Cell-mediated Immunity

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Which aspect does the adaptive immune response primarily focus on?

Long-term recognition of specific pathogens (correct)

Activation of innate immune cells

Immediate defense against pathogens

General suppression of the immune system

Which of the following cells are primarily involved in the humoral immunity response?

B cells (correct)

Natural killer cells

Macrophages

Cytotoxic T cells

What is the main function of memory cells in the immune response?

To regulate the activity of other immune cells

To provide immediate response during an infection

To destroy tumors and infected cells

To remember previous infections for a faster response (correct)

Which response is characterized by the action of T cells to directly attack infected cells?

Cell-mediated immunity Signup and view all the answers

What type of immune response is activated against transplanted tissues or organs?

Graft versus host disease Signup and view all the answers

What type of proteins do B-cells produce that are involved in humoral immunity?

Immunoglobulins Signup and view all the answers

Which functions are NOT typically attributed to antibodies?

Cell-mediated cytotoxicity Signup and view all the answers

Which cells are primarily involved in cell-mediated immunity?

T-cells Signup and view all the answers

What do T-cell receptors (TCRs) specifically recognize?

Antigens bound to Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a class of immunoglobulins?

IgF Signup and view all the answers

Which type of T-cell primarily functions in the activation of B-cells?

Helper T-cell Signup and view all the answers

What is one of the key differences between humoral immunity and cell-mediated immunity?

Humoral immunity recognizes antigens in body fluids, while cell-mediated immunity targets infected cells. Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best describes the role of antibodies?

They bind to antigens and facilitate their removal. Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of B-cells in the immune system?

Antibody production Signup and view all the answers

Which statement accurately describes the role of T-cells in the immune system?

They have cytotoxic, helper, and regulatory functions. Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes adaptive immunity from innate immunity?

It can recognize specific pathogens. Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immune response is primarily mediated by T-cells?

Cell-mediated immunity Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best demonstrates the concept of immunological memory?

Enhanced response to a previously encountered pathogen Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Humoral Immunity

Mediated by B-cells which produce antibodies to combat antigens.
Antibodies specifically recognize epitopes on antigens.
Antibodies are also known as immunoglobulins (Ig).
There are five classes of antibodies: IgM, IgD, IgG, IgA, and IgE.
Key functions of antibodies include neutralization of pathogens, opsonization for enhanced phagocytosis, and activation of the complement system.

Cell-Mediated Immunity

Involves T-cells which have specific cell surface receptors known as TCRs (T Cell Receptors).
TCRs detect antigenic epitopes that are associated with major histocompatibility complex (MHC) molecules on cell surfaces.
There are three main types of T-cells, each serving distinct roles:
- Cytotoxic T cells that kill infected or cancerous cells.
- Helper T cells that assist in activating other immune cells.
- Regulatory T cells that modulate immune system activity to prevent excessive responses.

Lymphocyte Function

B-cells recognize antigens through unique receptors and produce antibodies for defense.
T-cells recognize antigen fragments bound to MHC molecules, which is crucial for their activation.

Immune Response Overview

The adaptive immune response comprises two main arms: humoral and cell-mediated immunity.
Humoral immunity requires B-cells and the antibodies they produce, often needing T-cell assistance.

Target of Immune Response

The immune system can target various threats:
- Pathogens such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, protozoa, and multicellular parasites.
- Tumors through immune surveillance processes.
- Self-tissues or organs during autoimmune disorders.
- Allergens leading to hypersensitivity reactions.
- Transplanted tissues or organs, involved in host-versus-graft and graft-versus-host reactions.

Immune System Cells

B-lymphocytes (B-cells) are primarily responsible for antibody production.
T-lymphocytes (T-cells) provide cytotoxic, helper, and regulatory immune functions.

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Explore the concepts of humoral and cell-mediated immunity in this quiz. Learn about B-cells, T-cells, and the different classes of antibodies. Test your understanding of how these immune responses function and their roles in protecting the body.