Immunology MCQs on Lymphoid Organs and Antibodies
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Which of the following is a primary lymphoid organ?

  • Lymph node
  • Spleen
  • Thymus (correct)
  • Peyer's patches

Which antibody isotype is most effective at activating the classical complement pathway?

  • IgA
  • IgM (correct)
  • IgE
  • IgG

What is the main function of MHC Class I molecules?

  • Present intracellular antigens to CD8+ T cells (correct)
  • Activate B cells
  • Present extracellular antigens to CD4+ T cells
  • Trigger histamine release

Which cytokine is critical for the activation of macrophages in a TH1 response?

<p>IFN-γ (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the membrane attack complex (MAC)?

<p>Create pores in pathogen membranes (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Type I hypersensitivity involves which immune component?

<p>IgE and mast cells (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which T cell subset is involved in allergy and parasitic infections?

<p>TH2 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which complement protein is the first to be activated in the alternative pathway?

<p>C3 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What do CD8+ T cells recognize on target cells?

<p>MHC Class I (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of hypersensitivity is mediated by immune complexes?

<p>Type III (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the hygiene hypothesis suggest about exposure to pathogens?

<p>Increased autoimmune and allergic diseases (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of Properdin in the alternative pathway?

<p>Stabilize C3b on pathogen surfaces (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cell type is primarily responsible for producing histamine during inflammation?

<p>Mast cells (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of T regulatory (TREG) cells?

<p>Suppress immune responses (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cytokine is essential for the differentiation of TH17 cells?

<p>IL-23 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary function of acute phase proteins?

<p>Enhance phagocytosis and inflammation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Thymus

A primary lymphoid organ responsible for the maturation and selection of T lymphocytes.

IgM

The antibody isotype that effectively activates the classical complement pathway, leading to the formation of the membrane attack complex (MAC).

MHC Class I

Major histocompatibility complex (MHC) Class I molecules present intracellular antigens to CD8+ T cells, triggering cytotoxic responses.

Affinity Maturation

The process of affinity maturation occurs within the germinal centers of lymph nodes, where B cells undergo selection and mutation to produce antibodies with higher affinity for their target antigen.

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Plasma Cells

Specialized cells that produce and secrete antibodies, playing a central role in humoral immunity.

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C3 in the Alternative Pathway

The complement protein C3 is the first to be activated in the alternative pathway, a key component of the innate immune system.

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Membrane Attack Complex (MAC)

The membrane attack complex (MAC) is a pore-forming structure that disrupts the integrity of pathogen membranes, leading to cell lysis.

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IFN-γ in TH1 Response

Interferon-gamma (IFN-γ) is a cytokine that activates macrophages to increase their phagocytic activity and antimicrobial defense.

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What do CD8+ T cells recognize?

CD8+ T cells recognize antigens presented by MHC Class I molecules on the surface of target cells.

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What type of hypersensitivity is mediated by immune complexes?

Type III hypersensitivity reactions are caused by immune complexes (antigen-antibody complexes) that deposit in tissues, triggering inflammation and tissue damage.

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What does the hygiene hypothesis suggest?

The hygiene hypothesis proposes that limited exposure to pathogens in early life can increase the risk of developing autoimmune and allergic diseases.

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How does the alternative pathway stabilize C3b?

Properdin is a protein that stabilizes C3b on pathogen surfaces, promoting the formation of the C3 convertase in the alternative pathway of complement activation.

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Which cells release histamine during inflammation?

Mast cells are immune cells that release histamine during inflammation. Histamine contributes to vascular permeability and other inflammatory responses.

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What is the function of T regulatory cells?

T regulatory (Treg) cells are a type of T cell that suppress immune responses, helping to prevent autoimmune diseases and maintain immune homeostasis.

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What is the target of the MAC?

The membrane attack complex (MAC) targets the lipid bilayers of pathogens, forming pores that disrupt the cell membrane and lead to cell lysis.

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What cytokine drives the differentiation of TH17 cells?

IL-23 is the key cytokine that drives the differentiation of TH17 cells, a type of helper T cell involved in inflammation and immunity against extracellular pathogens.

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Study Notes

Immunology Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

  • Primary Lymphoid Organs: The thymus is a primary lymphoid organ.
  • Complement Activation and Antibodies: IgM is the most effective antibody isotype for activating the classical complement pathway.
  • MHC Class I Function: MHC Class I molecules present intracellular antigens to CD8+ T cells.
  • Affinity Maturation Location: Affinity maturation occurs in the germinal centers of lymph nodes.
  • Antibody Production: Plasma cells are the primary producers of antibodies.
  • Alternative Pathway Complement Protein: C3 is the first complement protein activated in the alternative pathway.
  • Membrane Attack Complex (MAC): MAC creates pores in pathogen membranes.
  • TH1 Response Macrophage Activation: IFN-γ is critical for activating macrophages in a TH1 response.
  • Chronic Inflammation Characteristic: Granuloma formation characterizes chronic inflammation.
  • Type I Hypersensitivity Mechanism: IgE and mast cells are involved in Type I hypersensitivity.
  • V(D)J Recombination Enzyme: Recombinase (RAG1/2) is responsible for V(D)J recombination in B and T cells.
  • Secondary Lymphoid Organ: The spleen is a secondary lymphoid organ.
  • Dendritic Cell Function: Dendritic cells present antigens to T cells.
  • Classical Complement Pathway Regulation: C1 inhibitor (C1-INH) regulates the classical complement pathway.
  • TH2 Cells and Immune Response: TH2 cells are involved in allergy and parasitic infections.
  • CD8+ T Cell Recognition: CD8+ T cells recognize MHC Class I on target cells.
  • Type III Hypersensitivity: Immune complexes mediate Type III hypersensitivity.
  • Hygiene Hypothesis and Disease: Reduced exposure to pathogens can increase autoimmune and allergic diseases according to the hygiene hypothesis.
  • Alternative Pathway C3b Stabilization: Properdin stabilizes C3b on pathogen surfaces in the alternative pathway.
  • Histamine Production in Inflammation: Mast cells produce histamine during inflammation.
  • T Regulatory (TREG) Cell Function: TREG cells suppress immune responses.
  • Membrane Attack Complex (MAC) Target: The target of the MAC is the lipid bilayers of pathogens.
  • TH17 Cell Differentiation: IL-23 drives the differentiation of TH17 cells.
  • Adaptive Immunity Feature: Immunological memory is a key feature of adaptive immunity.
  • Complement Pathway Requiring Antibodies: The classical pathway requires antibodies.
  • Acute Phase Proteins: Acute phase proteins enhance phagocytosis and inflammation.
  • First Immune Cell in Acute Inflammation: Neutrophils are the first immune cells to arrive during acute inflammation.
  • IL-2 Function: IL-2 promotes T cell proliferation.
  • MHC Class II Antigen Processing: MHC Class II antigen processing involves lysosomal degradation of extracellular antigens.
  • Rheumatoid Arthritis Lab Marker: Rheumatoid factor (RF) is associated with Rheumatoid Arthritis.

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