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Which type of white blood cell is most important in defending against extracellular bacteria?
Which type of white blood cell is most important in defending against extracellular bacteria?
Mast cells circulate in the blood and are not usually found in tissues.
Mast cells circulate in the blood and are not usually found in tissues.
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What are neutrophils also known as?
What are neutrophils also known as?
polymorphonuclear leukocytes
Elevated numbers of neutrophils in the blood is referred to as ______.
Elevated numbers of neutrophils in the blood is referred to as ______.
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Match the following types of white blood cells with their characteristics:
Match the following types of white blood cells with their characteristics:
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What is the lifespan of neutrophils once they are in tissue?
What is the lifespan of neutrophils once they are in tissue?
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Neutropenia refers to an elevated number of neutrophils in the blood.
Neutropenia refers to an elevated number of neutrophils in the blood.
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The most common fungal infection associated with neutropenia is ______.
The most common fungal infection associated with neutropenia is ______.
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Which type of white blood cells is involved primarily in allergic responses?
Which type of white blood cells is involved primarily in allergic responses?
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All white blood cells are derived from hematopoietic stem cells.
All white blood cells are derived from hematopoietic stem cells.
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What are the primary functions of neutrophils in the immune response?
What are the primary functions of neutrophils in the immune response?
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The __________ cells differentiate into macrophages from monocytes.
The __________ cells differentiate into macrophages from monocytes.
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Match the following types of white blood cells with their functions:
Match the following types of white blood cells with their functions:
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Which of the following is NOT a type of granulocyte?
Which of the following is NOT a type of granulocyte?
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T cells and B cells are derived from the myeloid progenitor lineage.
T cells and B cells are derived from the myeloid progenitor lineage.
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The __________ are known as antigen presenting cells.
The __________ are known as antigen presenting cells.
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Which type of lymphocytes primarily circulate through the lymphatic system and blood before encountering an antigen?
Which type of lymphocytes primarily circulate through the lymphatic system and blood before encountering an antigen?
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Peyer's patches are located in the stomach.
Peyer's patches are located in the stomach.
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What is the primary function of memory cells in the immune response?
What is the primary function of memory cells in the immune response?
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The lymphatics present in intestinal villi are specifically known as ______.
The lymphatics present in intestinal villi are specifically known as ______.
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Match the immune cell type with their primary role:
Match the immune cell type with their primary role:
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Which of the following is a primary function of eosinophils?
Which of the following is a primary function of eosinophils?
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Eosinophils have a bilobed nucleus.
Eosinophils have a bilobed nucleus.
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What are the main cytokines responsible for the development of eosinophils?
What are the main cytokines responsible for the development of eosinophils?
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Macrophages are derived from circulating __________.
Macrophages are derived from circulating __________.
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Match the following immune cells with their characteristics:
Match the following immune cells with their characteristics:
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What type of granules do eosinophils possess?
What type of granules do eosinophils possess?
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Phagocytosis is primarily performed by eosinophils.
Phagocytosis is primarily performed by eosinophils.
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What is the role of macrophages in the immune system?
What is the role of macrophages in the immune system?
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What is the primary function of T cell differentiation in the thymus?
What is the primary function of T cell differentiation in the thymus?
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Lymphatic vessels form a complete circuit similar to blood vessels.
Lymphatic vessels form a complete circuit similar to blood vessels.
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What is lymph derived from?
What is lymph derived from?
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T lymphocytes undergo differentiation from __________ to mature T cells.
T lymphocytes undergo differentiation from __________ to mature T cells.
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Match the following components of the lymphatic system with their functions:
Match the following components of the lymphatic system with their functions:
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Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?
Which of the following is NOT a function of the lymphatic system?
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Self-reacting thymocytes are retained during T cell maturation.
Self-reacting thymocytes are retained during T cell maturation.
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What is maintained by the lymphatic system to prevent swelling in tissues?
What is maintained by the lymphatic system to prevent swelling in tissues?
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What activates cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTL)?
What activates cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTL)?
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Memory T and B cells are more difficult to activate than naïve cells.
Memory T and B cells are more difficult to activate than naïve cells.
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What is the primary function of cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTL)?
What is the primary function of cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTL)?
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The __________ is responsible for the differentiation of B cells from stem cells.
The __________ is responsible for the differentiation of B cells from stem cells.
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Match the following parts of the immune system with their primary function:
Match the following parts of the immune system with their primary function:
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What aspect of antigen receptors allows for specificity in T and B cells?
What aspect of antigen receptors allows for specificity in T and B cells?
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All daughter cells of a parent T or B cell have receptors that bind to different epitopes.
All daughter cells of a parent T or B cell have receptors that bind to different epitopes.
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Name one function of memory cells in the immune system.
Name one function of memory cells in the immune system.
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Secondary lymphoid organs include the spleen, lymph nodes, and __________.
Secondary lymphoid organs include the spleen, lymph nodes, and __________.
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What is an important feature of memory T cells in terms of activation?
What is an important feature of memory T cells in terms of activation?
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Study Notes
Introduction to Immune Cells and Tissues
- This presentation covers cells and tissues of the immune response, focusing on the morphology and functional characteristics of immune system cells.
- The presentation discusses different types of blood cells, their morphology, lifespan, and function within the immune response.
- Different cell types are categorized and further explored in separate sections.
Blood Components
- Blood contains plasma, red blood cells (erythrocytes), white blood cells (leukocytes), and platelets.
- Platelets: 120-300 thousand per cubic millimeter.
- Leukocytes (white blood cells): 5-10 thousand per cubic millimeter.
- Neutrophils (60-70%): are the most numerous type of leukocyte.
- Eosinophils (2-4%): involved in response to parasitic worms.
- Basophils (0.5-1%): play a role in allergies.
Granulocytes
- Granulocytes include neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils, and mast cells.
- All derived from hematopoietic stem cells (HSCs).
- Neutrophils (PMNs): Polymorphonuclear phagocytes; most important in defending against extracellular bacteria; stimulated by G-CSF; phagocytes; mediate the earliest phase of inflammation; short-lived.
- Basophils and Mast cells: found in tissue (Mast) and blood (Basophil). Both involve in histamine release (inflammation), involved in allergic reactions and helminth infections.
- Eosinophils: U-shaped nucleus; involved in killing helminths (parasitic worms) and allergic responses; reside in blood.
Phagocytes
- Phagocytes include neutrophils, macrophages, and dendritic cells.
- Neutrophils (PMNs): Polymorphonuclear phagocytes that kill and degrade engulfed material.
- Macrophages: Mononuclear phagocytes, prominent in various tissues; originate from circulating monocytes; kill tumor cells; involved in wound healing.
- Dendritic cells (DCs): Professional antigen-presenting cells (APCs); important for activating naïve T cells; involved in killing tumor cells.
Antigen-Presenting Cells (APCs)
- APCs include macrophages, dendritic cells (DCs), and follicular dendritic cells (FDCs).
- Macrophages: Mononuclear phagocytes; professional APCs; critical for activating naïve CD4+ T cells.
- Dendritic Cells (DCs): Professional APCs; crucial for activating naïve T cells via MHC class II molecules; important for long-lasting immunity and rapid responses.
- Follicular dendritic cells (FDCs): Important in antibody response; located in the lymphoid follicles; crucial for B cell activation, but do not express MHC class II.
Lymphocytes
- Lymphocytes include natural killer (NK) cells, B lymphocytes (B cells), and T lymphocytes (T cells).
- NK cells: Make up about 10% of lymphocytes, larger than T and B cells, involved in killing infected, stressed, injured, or tumor cells; possess granules.
- B cells: Differentiate into plasma cells; produce and secrete antibodies; critical in humoral immunity; crucial for antibody production
- T cells: Essential for cellular immunity; activated by APCs; activated by antigen, critical for activating other cells; important for immune responses directed against intracellular pathogens.
CD4+ T Lymphocytes
- Helper T cells (CD4+ T cells): Secrete cytokines that activate macrophages and other immune system cells.
- Cytotoxic T Cells, Regulatory T cells: involved in inflammation and regulation of responses.
CD8+ T Lymphocytes
- Cytotoxic T cells (CTLs): Activated by antigen plus CD4+ cell cytokines; enter tissues and kill infected host cells and tumor cells.
T Cells vs. B Cells
- B cells: Attack invaders outside the cells.
- T cells: Attack invaders inside the cells.
Characteristics of Immune Responses of T and B Cells
- Specificity: refers to the ability of each B or T cell to only bind to a unique antigen.
- Memory: allows for faster and stronger response to previously encountered antigens.
Tissues of the Immune System
- Primary lymphoid organs (bone marrow and thymus): Sites of immune cell development and maturation.
- Secondary lymphoid organs (lymph nodes, spleen, MALT): Sites of immune responses, where antigen-specific lymphocytes can encounter and respond to antigens.
- Lymphatics: The network of vessels and nodes that transport lymph throughout the body.
Lymphocyte Recirculation
- Naïve lymphocytes continuously circulate between blood and secondary lymphoid tissues.
- Memory cells remain in certain tissues for faster and stronger responses to specific antigens.
Putting It All Together
- Antigens from sites of infection reach lymph nodes via lymphatic vessels, and activate naïve T and B cells.
Categories and Recognition of Immune Cells
- Granulocytes, phagocytes
- Myeloid-derived, lymphoid-derived
- Innate/Adaptive immune cells
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Test your knowledge about the various types of white blood cells and their roles in the immune response. This quiz covers essential concepts such as neutrophils, mast cells, and their significance in defending against pathogens. Perfect for students studying immunology topics in depth.
