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Which of the following is NOT a function of CD8+ T cells?
Which of the following is NOT a function of CD8+ T cells?
What is the primary function of dendritic cells?
What is the primary function of dendritic cells?
Which of the following is a characteristic of innate immunity?
Which of the following is a characteristic of innate immunity?
What is the primary function of B cells?
What is the primary function of B cells?
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Which of the following is an example of an autoimmune disorder?
Which of the following is an example of an autoimmune disorder?
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What is the role of pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) in the immune response?
What is the role of pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) in the immune response?
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Which of the following is NOT a type of immunity?
Which of the following is NOT a type of immunity?
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What is the primary function of immunoglobulins (antibodies)?
What is the primary function of immunoglobulins (antibodies)?
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Study Notes
Overview of Immunology
- Study of the immune system, which protects the body against pathogens, viruses, and other foreign substances
- Immunology involves understanding the mechanisms of immune responses, including innate and adaptive immunity
Innate Immunity
- First line of defense against infections
- Non-specific defense mechanisms that provide immediate protection
- Includes physical barriers (skin, mucous membranes), cellular responses (neutrophils, macrophages), and chemical responses (inflammatory responses)
Adaptive Immunity
- Specific immune response that develops over time
- Involves activation of immune cells (T cells, B cells) that recognize and respond to specific antigens
- Includes humoral immunity (antibody-mediated) and cell-mediated immunity
Immune Cells
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T Cells (T Lymphocytes)
- Recognize and respond to antigens presented by antigen-presenting cells (APCs)
- CD4+ T cells (helper T cells) coordinate immune responses, CD8+ T cells (cytotoxic T cells) kill infected cells
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B Cells (B Lymphocytes)
- Produce antibodies to neutralize or remove pathogens
- Activated by antigen binding and T cell help
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Dendritic Cells
- APCs that present antigens to T cells
- Activate immune responses by recognizing pathogens and presenting antigens
Antibodies (Immunoglobulins)
- Produced by B cells in response to antigens
- Recognize and bind to specific antigens, marking them for destruction
- Five classes: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, IgM
Immune Response
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Recognition
- Antigens recognized by immune cells through pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) and antigen-presenting cells (APCs)
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Activation
- Activation of immune cells, including T cells and B cells, through co-stimulatory signals and cytokines
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Effector Response
- Elimination of pathogens through antibody-mediated and cell-mediated mechanisms
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Memory Response
- Development of immunological memory, allowing for rapid response to future infections
Immunological Disorders
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Immunodeficiency Disorders
- Weakened immune system, increasing susceptibility to infections (e.g., HIV/AIDS)
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Autoimmune Disorders
- Immune system attacks self-antigens, leading to tissue damage (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus)
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Allergies
- Overactive immune response to harmless substances, leading to inflammation and tissue damage
Overview of Immunology
- Immunology is the study of the immune system, which protects the body against pathogens, viruses, and other foreign substances
- It involves understanding the mechanisms of innate and adaptive immunity
Innate Immunity
- Provides immediate protection against infections through physical barriers, cellular responses, and chemical responses
- Includes skin and mucous membranes as physical barriers
- Cellular responses involve neutrophils and macrophages
- Inflammatory responses are a type of chemical response
Adaptive Immunity
- Develops over time and involves specific immune responses to specific antigens
- Involves activation of immune cells, including T cells and B cells
- Includes humoral immunity (antibody-mediated) and cell-mediated immunity
- T cells recognize and respond to antigens presented by antigen-presenting cells (APCs)
Immune Cells
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T Cells (T Lymphocytes)
- Recognize antigens presented by antigen-presenting cells (APCs)
- CD4+ T cells coordinate immune responses, while CD8+ T cells kill infected cells
-
B Cells (B Lymphocytes)
- Produce antibodies to neutralize or remove pathogens
- Activated by antigen binding and T cell help
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Dendritic Cells
- Present antigens to T cells, activating immune responses
- Recognize pathogens and present antigens
Antibodies (Immunoglobulins)
- Produced by B cells in response to antigens
- Recognize and bind to specific antigens, marking them for destruction
- Five classes: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, IgM
Immune Response
-
Recognition
- Antigens recognized by immune cells through pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) and antigen-presenting cells (APCs)
-
Activation
- Activation of immune cells, including T cells and B cells, through co-stimulatory signals and cytokines
-
Effector Response
- Elimination of pathogens through antibody-mediated and cell-mediated mechanisms
-
Memory Response
- Development of immunological memory, allowing for rapid response to future infections
Immunological Disorders
-
Immunodeficiency Disorders
- Weakened immune system, increasing susceptibility to infections (e.g., HIV/AIDS)
-
Autoimmune Disorders
- Immune system attacks self-antigens, leading to tissue damage (e.g., rheumatoid arthritis, lupus)
-
Allergies
- Overactive immune response to harmless substances, leading to inflammation and tissue damage
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Study of the immune system and its mechanisms, including innate and adaptive immunity. Understand the body's defense against pathogens and foreign substances.
