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What are the major functions of the innate immune system?
What are the major functions of the innate immune system?
- Produce cytokines, regulate adaptive immunity, produce antibodies, form blood clots
- Recruit immune cells, activate complement cascade, identify and remove foreign substances, act as a physical and chemical barrier (correct)
- Produce antibodies, activate the nervous system, promote blood clotting, present antigens
- Activate T cells, produce chemical mediators, form physical barriers, recruit red blood cells
Which organisms primarily rely on the innate immune system for defense?
Which organisms primarily rely on the innate immune system for defense?
- Mammals, birds, reptiles
- Plants, fungi, insects (correct)
- Insects, fish, birds
- Amphibians, fish, mammals
What are included in anatomical barriers of the innate immune system?
What are included in anatomical barriers of the innate immune system?
- Psychological barriers only
- Genetic barriers only
- Physical, chemical and biological barriers (correct)
- Biological and psychological barriers
How does the innate immune system activate the adaptive immune system?
How does the innate immune system activate the adaptive immune system?
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What is the main function of cytokines in the innate immune system?
What is the main function of cytokines in the innate immune system?
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Which of the following is NOT a major function of the innate immune system?
Which of the following is NOT a major function of the innate immune system?
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What is the main role of cytokines in the innate immune system?
What is the main role of cytokines in the innate immune system?
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Which type of organisms primarily rely on the innate immune system for defense?
Which type of organisms primarily rely on the innate immune system for defense?
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What do anatomical barriers of the innate immune system include?
What do anatomical barriers of the innate immune system include?
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How does the innate immune system act as a barrier to infectious agents?
How does the innate immune system act as a barrier to infectious agents?
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