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What characterizes the adaptability of the adaptive immune response?
What characterizes the adaptability of the adaptive immune response?
- It has a fixed number of antigens it can recognize.
- It does not change with new exposures.
- It only responds to naturally occurring antigens.
- It can target a diverse range of antigens. (correct)
Which of the following best describes the concept of self/non-self discrimination in the adaptive immune response?
Which of the following best describes the concept of self/non-self discrimination in the adaptive immune response?
- All antigens are treated as non-self by the immune system.
- Responses are primarily against non-self antigens. (correct)
- The immune system responds to both self and non-self antigens.
- The system often attacks self antigens leading to autoimmune diseases.
What type of cells do B lymphocytes differentiate into upon activation?
What type of cells do B lymphocytes differentiate into upon activation?
- T helper cells.
- Plasma cells. (correct)
- Memory cells.
- Cytotoxic T cells.
What is the primary function of T cytotoxic (Tc) cells in the adaptive immune response?
What is the primary function of T cytotoxic (Tc) cells in the adaptive immune response?
What is an important characteristic of the memory aspect of the adaptive immune response?
What is an important characteristic of the memory aspect of the adaptive immune response?
What role do T helper (Th) cells play in the adaptive immune response?
What role do T helper (Th) cells play in the adaptive immune response?
How does the adaptive immune response exhibit specificity?
How does the adaptive immune response exhibit specificity?
What distinguishes plasma cells from B lymphocytes?
What distinguishes plasma cells from B lymphocytes?
What is the significance of memory in the context of vaccines?
What is the significance of memory in the context of vaccines?
What are T regulatory cells primarily responsible for?
What are T regulatory cells primarily responsible for?
Which type of T cell is often described as 'MHC class II-restricted'?
Which type of T cell is often described as 'MHC class II-restricted'?
What is required for the activation of naïve T cells in addition to peptide and MHC?
What is required for the activation of naïve T cells in addition to peptide and MHC?
Which of the following cells are considered antigen-presenting cells?
Which of the following cells are considered antigen-presenting cells?
What do naïve T lymphocytes become upon activation?
What do naïve T lymphocytes become upon activation?
What is the primary function of antigen-presenting cells (APCs) in relation to T cells?
What is the primary function of antigen-presenting cells (APCs) in relation to T cells?
What differentiates T H1 cells from T H2 cells?
What differentiates T H1 cells from T H2 cells?
Which of the following accurately describes the interaction necessary for T cell activation?
Which of the following accurately describes the interaction necessary for T cell activation?
Which of the following is NOT a role of antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
Which of the following is NOT a role of antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
What is the primary outcome of the recombination process in developing B cells?
What is the primary outcome of the recombination process in developing B cells?
Which type of interaction is necessary for class-switching in B cells?
Which type of interaction is necessary for class-switching in B cells?
What determines the specific functional properties of each antibody isotype?
What determines the specific functional properties of each antibody isotype?
In the context of antibody formation, what does class-switching allow for?
In the context of antibody formation, what does class-switching allow for?
Which of the following best describes the mechanism used to create diversity in light-chain genes?
Which of the following best describes the mechanism used to create diversity in light-chain genes?
What does the term 'intervening regions' refer to in antibody formation?
What does the term 'intervening regions' refer to in antibody formation?
How does a B cell maintain specificity while undergoing class-switching?
How does a B cell maintain specificity while undergoing class-switching?
Which of the following classes of antibodies are typically found on naïve B cells?
Which of the following classes of antibodies are typically found on naïve B cells?
What is one characteristic of the heavy-chain locus in developing B cells?
What is one characteristic of the heavy-chain locus in developing B cells?
What is the primary role of B lymphocytes in the immune system?
What is the primary role of B lymphocytes in the immune system?
Which of the following best describes T lymphocytes' mechanism of action?
Which of the following best describes T lymphocytes' mechanism of action?
How do lymphocyte clones contribute to the adaptive immune response?
How do lymphocyte clones contribute to the adaptive immune response?
Which of the following statements about antibodies is true?
Which of the following statements about antibodies is true?
What is a key aspect of the interaction between T cells and other cell types?
What is a key aspect of the interaction between T cells and other cell types?
In the context of adaptive immunity, how do T cells specifically contribute?
In the context of adaptive immunity, how do T cells specifically contribute?
Which type of lymphocyte is primarily responsible for recognizing and responding to self-antigens?
Which type of lymphocyte is primarily responsible for recognizing and responding to self-antigens?
Why is the understanding of antibodies critical for medical professionals?
Why is the understanding of antibodies critical for medical professionals?
What is a major implication of lymphocyte heterogeneity in the immune response?
What is a major implication of lymphocyte heterogeneity in the immune response?
What is the primary method of instruction for the immunology session?
What is the primary method of instruction for the immunology session?
Which process generates diversity in antigen receptors for B and T cells?
Which process generates diversity in antigen receptors for B and T cells?
What do B and T cell antigen receptors consist of?
What do B and T cell antigen receptors consist of?
Which statement about immunoglobulin isotypes is correct?
Which statement about immunoglobulin isotypes is correct?
Which T cell type is primarily responsible for cytotoxic functions?
Which T cell type is primarily responsible for cytotoxic functions?
Which of the following is NOT a step in T cell activation?
Which of the following is NOT a step in T cell activation?
MHC Class I molecules present antigenic peptides primarily to which type of T cell?
MHC Class I molecules present antigenic peptides primarily to which type of T cell?
How are antigenic peptides for MHC Class II generated?
How are antigenic peptides for MHC Class II generated?
Which sub-lineage of Helper T cells is associated with promoting IgE production?
Which sub-lineage of Helper T cells is associated with promoting IgE production?
Study Notes
Introduction to Immunology - Lymphocytes
- Session directed by James Proffitt, PhD, on July 31, 2024, led by Lonnie Lybarger, PhD, focusing on cellular and molecular medicine.
- Recommended readings from "Basic Immunology: Functions and Disorders of the Immune System" offer supplementary information, notably chapters 3-8.
Learning Objectives
- Understand the structure of antigen receptors on B and T cells, including protein chains and domains.
- Comprehend VDJ recombination, the process that generates antigen receptor diversity.
- Explain isotype (class) switching of immunoglobulins.
- Identify properties and functions of various antibody isotypes.
- Recognize effector functions of different T cells: helper (CD4+), cytotoxic (CD8+), and regulatory T cells.
- Describe T cell activation, emphasizing the roles of antigen-presenting cells (APCs) and costimulation.
- Learn how antigenic peptides for MHC Class I and Class II are generated, affecting immune surveillance.
- Understand lymphocyte clonal diversity, enabling recognition of both foreign and self-antigens, foundational to adaptive immunity.
Key Features of the Adaptive Immune Response
- Specificity: Responses are targeted against specific antigens.
- Adaptability: Able to respond to a vast array of antigens, including non-naturally occurring ones.
- Self/Non-self Discrimination: Primarily targets foreign antigens, avoiding attacks on self-antigens.
- Memory: Records previous encounters with antigens, facilitating a rapid response upon re-exposure, essential for vaccine efficacy.
Lymphocytes: Central Players in Adaptive Immunity
- B Lymphocytes: Produce antibodies that act as antigen receptors, differentiating into plasma cells upon activation to secrete antibodies.
- T Lymphocytes: Express T cell receptors (TCRs) recognizing antigens presented as peptides. They subdivide into:
- T helper (Th) cells (CD4+): Secrete cytokines, activate dendritic cells, macrophages, and assist B cells in antibody production.
- T cytotoxic (Tc) cells (CD8+): Target and destroy virus-infected and tumor cells.
Antibody Classes (Isotypes) and Functions
- Antibody heavy chains can vary while maintaining specificity through class switching, influenced by CD4 T cell interactions (CD40/CD40 ligand).
- Each isotype has unique functional properties while retaining the same antigen-binding specificity.
Class Switching Mechanism
- In class-switching, a rearranged heavy-chain variable region can be connected to various Fc portions via DNA splicing, resulting in functionally distinct antibodies.
T Regulatory Cells (Treg)
- CD4+ CD25+ T cells responding to peptides presented on MHC class II surfaces, essential for preventing autoimmunity.
Antigen-Presenting Cells (APCs)
- Naïve T lymphocytes activate and obtain effector functions through interaction with peptides presented by APCs such as dendritic cells and macrophages.
- APCs are crucial for T cell differentiation (e.g., TH1 vs. TH2) and provide necessary costimulatory signals (e.g., B7/CD28) alongside peptide-MHC recognition.
Conclusion
- Understanding lymphocyte mechanisms and immune responses is foundational for advancing knowledge in health and disease, and is critical for subsequent study in immunology and related fields.
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This quiz covers the foundational concepts related to lymphocytes in immunology. It is based on the instruction from the 'Foundations' block, focusing on cellular and molecular medicine. Participants will deepen their understanding of the role of lymphocytes in the immune system.
