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What is immunology?
A study of the immune system which is an important branch of medical and biological sciences.
What are the two main components of the immune system?
The primary function of the immune system is distinguishing _____ from non-self.
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The immune response is a collective and coordinated response against foreign organisms or substances.
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List a few examples of diseases that can result from problems with the immune system.
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Which of the following is NOT a type of immune cell?
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Physical barriers such as skin and _____ are examples of the body's defense mechanisms.
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Name one component of humoral substances in the immune system.
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What is the role of cytokines in the immune system?
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What is the function of bone marrow in the immune system?
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Study Notes
Overview of Immune System
- Immunology focuses on the immune system's defense against infections, with an expanding role in non-infectious diseases.
- The immune system distinguishes self from non-self and protects against foreign organisms and substances.
- An immune response is a coordinated reaction to foreign threats.
Terminology
- Immune System: A complex system composed of cells and molecules essential for pathogen defense.
- Immune Response: The collective action of the immune system against invading foreign substances.
Structure and Components
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Organs and Tissues:
- Bone marrow, thymus, spleen, lymph nodes, liver, mucosa-associated lymphoid tissue, cutaneous-associated lymphoid tissue.
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Immune Cells:
- Myeloid lineage includes granulocytes and macrophages; lymphoid lineage includes T cells, B cells, and natural killer (NK) cells.
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Humoral Substances:
- Include antibodies, complement proteins, and cytokines essential for immune functions.
Immune Functions
- Defense: Protects the body against pathogens.
- Homeostasis: Maintains internal balance.
- Surveillance: Monitors for potential threats.
Immune Defenses
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Barrier Defenses:
- Physical: Skin and mucous membranes.
- Chemical: Sweat, mucus, tears, breast milk (immunoglobulins).
- Biological: Normal flora that inhibit pathogen growth.
Types of Immune System
- Divided based on speed and specificity of response, with coordinated actions to defend against pathogens.
Disease of the Immune System
- Hypersensitivity reactions include Types I (allergic), II (cytotoxic), III (immune complex), and IV (delayed-type).
- Autoimmune diseases occur when the immune system attacks self-tissues.
- Transplantation involves immune responses to foreign tissues.
- Immunodeficiency can be primary (genetic) or secondary (acquired).
Learning Objectives
- Understand key terminologies and mechanisms of immune function.
- Recognize the structural components of the immune system.
- Identify examples of immunological disorders and describe their mechanisms.
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This quiz explores the fundamentals of the immune system and various diseases related to it. Topics include the terminology of the immune system, types of hypersensitivity, autoimmune diseases, and transplantation. Ideal for students in health sciences seeking to understand immunology concepts.
