Immunology: Innate vs Adaptive Immunity
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Which of the following is NOT a component of innate immunity?

  • Phagocytes
  • Physical barriers
  • Memory B cells (correct)
  • Complement system

    • The process by which T cells learn to distinguish self from non-self antigens in the thymus is called:

  • Antigen presentation
  • Thymic education (correct)
  • Clonal selection
  • Adaptive immunity

    • Which type of immune cell is primarily responsible for antibody production?

  • Macrophages
  • Cytotoxic T cells
  • B lymphocytes (correct)
  • T helper cells

    • What is the main function of Major Histocompatibility Complex (MHC) II molecules?

    <p>To present antigens to CD4+ T cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of adaptive immunity?

    <p>Immediate response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Neutrophils are primarily involved in:

    <p>Phagocytosis of pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which lymphocytes capable of responding to a specific antigen proliferate is called:

    <p>Clonal selection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of professional antigen-presenting cell?

    <p>Erythrocytes</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary function of helper T cells is to:

    <p>Activate and regulate other immune cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of cytotoxic T cells?

    <p>Direct killing of infected or abnormal cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The ability of the immune system to respond more quickly and effectively to a pathogen it has encountered before is due to:

    <p>Immunological memory</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?

    <p>Production of red blood cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Interferons are classified as:

    <p>Cytokines</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following cells does NOT perform phagocytosis?

    <p>Basophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The type of immunity obtained during a lifetime is called:

    <p>Acquired immunity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is an example of a recombinant vaccine?

    <p>Hepatitis B vaccine</p> Signup and view all the answers

    IgM antibodies are primarily:

    <p>Restricted to the circulation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Monocytes differentiate into:

    <p>Macrophages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of IgG antibodies?

    <p>Is the first antibody produced in primary immune response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of diapedesis refers to:

    <p>White blood cell movement through blood vessel walls</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the complement system?

    <p>Antibody production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The theory of clonal selection states that:

    <p>Only lymphocytes with receptors specific for an antigen will proliferate upon exposure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a good vaccine?

    <p>Ability to cause disease</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which macrophages engulf and destroy pathogens is called:

    <p>Phagocytosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of antibodies?

    <p>Direct killing of bacteria</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary site of T cell maturation is:

    <p>Thymus</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes the function of regulatory T cells?

    <p>Suppression of immune responses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of somatic hypermutation occurs in:

    <p>B cell receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of a secondary immune response?

    <p>Primarily IgM production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main function of the spleen in the immune system is:

    <p>Filtration of blood-borne pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of dendritic cells?

    <p>Antibody production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which B cells undergo class switching to produce different antibody isotypes is called:

    <p>Isotype switching</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of innate immunity?

    <p>Antigen-specific receptors</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The main function of natural killer (NK) cells is:

    <p>Killing of virus-infected and tumor cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a type of hypersensitivity reaction?

    <p>Type V (delayed)</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which antigens are broken down into peptides for presentation on MHC molecules is called:

    <p>Antigen processing</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of autoimmune diseases?

    <p>Enhanced immune response to pathogens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary function of follicular dendritic cells is:

    <p>Antigen retention and presentation to B cells</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of cytokines?

    <p>Antigen recognition</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which neutrophils release DNA and proteins to form extracellular traps is called:

    <p>NETosis</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of IgA antibodies?

    <p>Efficiently activates complement</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary function of the thymus in the immune system is:

    <p>T cell maturation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the complement system?

    <p>Antibody production</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which T cells become activated upon encounter with their specific antigen is called:

    <p>Clonal expansion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of immunological tolerance?

    <p>Enhanced response to self-antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary function of eosinophils in the immune system is:

    <p>Defense against parasitic infections</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of MHC class I molecules?

    <p>Present exogenous antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process by which memory B cells rapidly differentiate into antibody-secreting plasma cells upon re-exposure to an antigen is called:

    <p>Secondary response</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a function of the acute phase response?

    <p>Adaptive immune cell activation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary function of invariant natural killer T (iNKT) cells is:

    <p>Recognition of lipid antigens</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Innate Immunity

    • Innate Immunity: The body's first line of defense against pathogens. It is present at birth and is non-specific.

    • Components of Innate Immunity:

      • Physical barriers (skin, mucous membranes)
      • Complement system
      • Phagocytes (neutrophils, macrophages)
      • Natural killer (NK) cells

    • Memory B cells are part of Adaptive Immunity, not Innate Immunity

    Adaptive Immunity

    • Adaptive Immunity: The body's specific defense mechanism that targets specific pathogens. Develops over time based on exposure to pathogens.

    • Characterisitcs of Adaptive Immunity:

      • Specificity: Targets specific antigens
      • Memory: Remembers pathogens for faster responses upon re-exposure
      • Diversity: Can respond to a wide variety of antigens
      • Immediate Response (not a characteristic of Adaptive Immunity): Adaptive immunity is not an immediate response; it takes time for the system to develop after exposure to an antigen.

    Key Cells of the Immune System

    • T cells (T lymphocytes): Mature in the Thymus

      • Helper T cells (CD4+): Help activate other immune cells (B cells and cytotoxic T cells).
      • Cytotoxic T cells (CD8+): Directly kill virus-infected or abnormal cells.
      • Regulatory T cells: Suppress immune responses to prevent autoimmune reactions.

    • B cells (B lymphocytes): Mature in the Bone Marrow

      • Primary function: Produce antibodies.

    • Professional Antigen-Presenting Cells (APCs):

      • Dendritic Cells: Capture antigens and present them to T cells, activating adaptive responses.
      • Macrophages: Phagocytose and digest pathogens, presenting processed antigens to T cells.
      • B Cells: Display antigens on their surface, allowing interaction with T cells.
      • Erythrocytes (not a professional antigen-presenting cell): Red blood cells primarily involved in oxygen transport, not antigen presentation.

    Immune System Processes

    • Antigen Presentation: The process by which immune cells (primarily APCs) display antigens to T cells on MHC molecules:

      • MHC Class I: Found on all nucleated cells, presents endogenous antigens (produced inside the cell). This presentation triggers cytotoxic T cells to eliminate infected cells.
      • MHC Class II: Found mainly on APCs, presents exogenous antigens (taken up from outside the cell). This presentation triggers helper T cells to activate other immune cells.

    • Clonal Selection: The process by which lymphocytes with receptors specific for an antigen proliferate and differentiate upon exposure to that antigen.

    • Somatic Hypermutation: A process of random mutations in the variable regions of antibody genes during B cell development, leading to increased antibody affinity for the target antigen.

    • Isotype Switching: B cells switch from producing IgM antibodies to other antibody isotypes (IgG, IgA, IgE) based on the type of stimulus and the site of infection.

    • Diapedesis: The movement of white blood cells (leukocytes) from blood vessels into surrounding tissues by squeezing between the endothelial cells of the vessel walls.

    • Phagocytosis: The engulfment and destruction of pathogens by phagocytes like neutrophils and macrophages.

    • NETosis: A process by which neutrophils release DNA and proteins to form extracellular traps, which capture and kill pathogens.

    • Immunological Memory: The ability of the immune system to mount a faster and more robust response to pathogens encountered previously.

    • Acute Phase Response: The body's initial response to infection or injury, characterized by:

      • Fever induction
      • Increased vascular permeability
      • Production of acute phase proteins (e.g., C-reactive protein)

    Antibodies

    • Immunoglobulin (Ig) Classes:

      • IgM: The first antibody produced during primary immune response, found in circulation.
      • IgG: Most abundant antibody in serum, can cross the placenta, has a long half-life.
      • IgA: Found in secretions (mucosal surfaces), provides mucosal immunity, exists as a dimer.
      • IgE: Involved in allergic reactions, binds to mast cells and basophils.
      • IgD: Functions as an antigen receptor on the surface of B cells.

    • Functions of Antibodies:

      • Neutralize toxins: Bind to toxins to prevent their harmful effects.
      • Opsonization: Coat pathogens for easier phagocytosis by macrophages and neutrophils.
      • Activate complement: Trigger the complement system, leading to pathogen lysis.

    Lymphatic System

    • Functions of the Lymphatic System:
      • Transport Lymph: Lymph is a fluid that circulates throughout the lymphatic vessels, collecting interstitial fluid from tissues.
      • Filtration of Pathogens: The lymphatic system filters lymph to remove pathogens and other foreign substances.
      • Maturation of Lymphocytes: The lymphatic system provides sites for the maturation of lymphocytes (T cells in the thymus and B cells in the bone marrow).
      • Production of Red Blood Cells (not a function of the lymphatic system): This is primarily done in the bone marrow.
      • Storage of Platelets (not a function of the lymphatic system): While platelets are essential for blood clotting, their storage and production is primarily in the bone marrow and spleen.

    Immune System Organs

    • Bone Marrow: Site of hematopoiesis (production of blood cells), including B cell maturation.
    • Thymus: Site of T cell maturation.
    • Spleen: Filters blood-borne pathogens, stores platelets, and acts as a site for lymphocyte activation.
    • Lymph Nodes: Filter lymph, house lymphocytes, and are important sites for immune responses.

    Other Immune Molecules

    • Cytokines: Signaling molecules that regulate communication between immune cells, mediating effects like:

      • Cell growth and differentiation
      • Regulation of immune responses
      • Inflammation

    • Interferons: A type of cytokine that is produced by virally-infected cells to protect neighboring cells from infection.

    • Complement System: A cascade of proteins that helps to eliminate pathogens and enhance the inflammatory response:

      • Functions:
        • Opsonization: Coat pathogens for easier phagocytosis.
        • Chemotaxis: Attract immune cells to the site of infection.
        • Membrane Attack Complex (MAC) Formation: Lysis of pathogens.

    Hypersensitivity Reactions

    • Type I (immediate) Hypersensitivity: Mediated by IgE antibodies and mast cell degranulation, leading to immediate allergic reactions.
    • Type II (cytotoxic) Hypersensitivity: Involves antibodies binding to cell surface antigens, leading to cell destruction.
    • Type III (immune complex) Hypersensitivity: Caused by the deposition of antigen-antibody complexes in tissues, triggering inflammation and tissue damage.
    • Type IV (delayed) Hypersensitivity: Mediated by T cells, characterized by a delayed response, often involved in contact dermatitis.

    Autoimmune Diseases

    • Autoimmune diseases: Arise from a breakdown of self-tolerance, where the immune system attacks the body's own tissues.
    • Key Features:
      • Loss of self-tolerance: The immune system fails to distinguish self from non-self.
      • Production of autoantibodies: Antibodies target self-antigens.
      • Tissue damage: Autoimmune reactions lead to tissue damage and inflammation.

    Invariant Natural Killer T (iNKT) Cells

    • iNKT cells: Unique subset of T cells that recognize lipid antigens presented by CD1d molecules.
    • Functions:
      • Bridge innate and adaptive immunity.
      • Rapidly produce cytokines to help control infections.
      • Involved in immune surveillance and tumor recognition.

    Vaccine Principles

    • Recombinant Vaccines: Vaccines produced using recombinant DNA technology, where a pathogen gene is incorporated into a harmless carrier, such as a virus or bacteria.
    • Characteristics of a Good Vaccine:
      • Safety: Should not cause harm to recipients.
      • Efficacy: Should be effective in protecting against the targeted disease.
      • Ability to induce long-lasting immunity: Should provide prolonged protection.
    • Whole-cell Pertussis Vaccine (not a recombinant vaccine): Consists of whole, killed pertussis bacteria.
      • Tetanus Toxoid (not a recombinant vaccine): Uses a heat-inactivated toxin produced by the bacteria.
      • Hepatitis B Vaccine (a recombinant vaccine): Uses a recombinant protein produced in yeast.
      • Inactivated Polio Vaccine (not a recombinant vaccine): Uses inactivated polioviruses.

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