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Which of the following best describes the role of physical barriers in the body's defense mechanisms?
Which of the following best describes the role of physical barriers in the body's defense mechanisms?
- To assist antibodies in the destruction of pathogens.
- To coordinate the body's response to viral infections.
- To engulf and destroy pathogens that have already entered the body.
- To prevent hazardous organisms from entering the body. (correct)
What is the primary function of phagocytes in the immune system?
What is the primary function of phagocytes in the immune system?
- Secreting antibodies to neutralize pathogens.
- Engulfing and destroying pathogens and cellular debris. (correct)
- Releasing interferons to combat viral infections.
- Signaling other immune cells to initiate an immune response.
Which type of cells are primarily involved in immune surveillance?
Which type of cells are primarily involved in immune surveillance?
- T cells
- B cells
- Eosinophils
- NK cells (correct)
What is the main role of interferons in the body's defense against infections?
What is the main role of interferons in the body's defense against infections?
How does the complement system contribute to the destruction of pathogens?
How does the complement system contribute to the destruction of pathogens?
What is the primary purpose of inflammation in response to an injury or infection?
What is the primary purpose of inflammation in response to an injury or infection?
How does fever contribute to the body's defense mechanisms?
How does fever contribute to the body's defense mechanisms?
Eosinophils are a type of phagocyte. From which bodily fluid can they be extracted?
Eosinophils are a type of phagocyte. From which bodily fluid can they be extracted?
What is the difference between macrophages and NK cells?
What is the difference between macrophages and NK cells?
If someone has a defect in their complement system, what would be the most likely consequence?
If someone has a defect in their complement system, what would be the most likely consequence?
In the event of a minor skin wound becoming infected, which of the following defense mechanisms would be initiated first?
In the event of a minor skin wound becoming infected, which of the following defense mechanisms would be initiated first?
During a viral infection, which defense mechanism is most likely to be upregulated to combat the virus?
During a viral infection, which defense mechanism is most likely to be upregulated to combat the virus?
Which scenario would most likely lead to an increase in body temperature (fever)?
Which scenario would most likely lead to an increase in body temperature (fever)?
How might the use of immunosuppressant drugs (drugs that suppress the immune system) affect the body's defense mechanisms?
How might the use of immunosuppressant drugs (drugs that suppress the immune system) affect the body's defense mechanisms?
What is the function of mucus membranes?
What is the function of mucus membranes?
How does vasodilation assist other immune defenses?
How does vasodilation assist other immune defenses?
Certain pathogens can only be eliminated through interaction with antibodies, but this process is significantly delayed in an individual. Which of the following immune responses would be most helpful in accelerating this process?
Certain pathogens can only be eliminated through interaction with antibodies, but this process is significantly delayed in an individual. Which of the following immune responses would be most helpful in accelerating this process?
After a splinter punctures the skin, redness and swelling occur around the area. What physiological process does this describe?
After a splinter punctures the skin, redness and swelling occur around the area. What physiological process does this describe?
Which immune response is associated with a rise in body temperature?
Which immune response is associated with a rise in body temperature?
Which of the followinng cells destroy pathogens from blood?
Which of the followinng cells destroy pathogens from blood?
Flashcards
Physical Barriers
Physical Barriers
The body's first line of defense, including skin and mucous membranes, that prevent the entry of hazardous organisms and materials.
Phagocytes
Phagocytes
Cells like macrophages, eosinophils, and neutrophils that engulf and destroy pathogens and cellular debris.
Immune Surveillance
Immune Surveillance
The process where Natural Killer (NK) cells destroy abnormal cells in peripheral tissues.
Interferons
Interferons
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Complement
Complement
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Inflammation
Inflammation
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Fever
Fever
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Study Notes
- Physical barriers like skin and mucous membranes prevent hazardous organisms and materials from entering the body, acting as the first line of defense.
- Phagocytes are cells that engulf pathogens and cellular debris.
- Macrophages in peripheral tissues, eosinophils, and neutrophils in the blood are examples of phagocytes.
- Immune surveillance involves the destruction of abnormal cells by NK cells in peripheral tissues.
- Interferons are chemicals that coordinate defenses against viral infections.
- Complement is a system of circulating proteins that aid antibodies in destroying pathogens.
- Inflammation is a localized response at the tissue level that limits the spread of injury or infection.
- Fever is an increase in body temperature that speeds up tissue metabolism and defense mechanisms.
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