SCID and the Immune System Quiz
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Which cells directly destroy invaders by puncturing their cell walls?

  • B cells
  • T cells
  • Memory cells
  • Phagocytes (correct)

What is the purpose of antibodies in the immune system?

  • To prevent harm to the body
  • To coat pathogens
  • To recognize antigens
  • To destroy invaders (correct)

Which organ provides a place for T cells to mature?

  • Spleen
  • Lymph nodes
  • Thymus (correct)
  • Bone marrow

What is the role of B cells in the immune system?

<p>To produce antibodies (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immune system disorder is characterized by the immune system mistakenly attacking healthy cells and tissues?

<p>Autoimmune Disease (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of lymph nodes in the immune system?

<p>To filter antigens (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of immune system disorder is caused by a disease weakening the immune system?

<p>Acquired Immune Deficiency (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of lymph in the immune system?

<p>To eliminate foreign organisms (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of phagocytes in the immune system?

<p>To destroy invaders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of T cells in the immune system?

<p>To destroy invaders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which cells play a crucial role in fighting infections?

<p>Both T cells and B cells (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main problem faced by children with SCID?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the consequences of a weakened or nonexistent immune system?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is crucial for children with SCID to receive?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which Bible verse is mentioned in the text?

<p>James 5:14-15 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of T cells?

<p>Identify and attack perceived invaders (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of B cells?

<p>Produce infection-fighting antibodies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the types of infections children with SCID are at risk of?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the Bible verse say about the prayer of faith?

<p>All of the above (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the connection between the text and the Bible verse?

<p>The Bible verse provides a solution for SCID (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the immune system acts as a physical barrier to prevent pathogens from entering the body?

<p>Skin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the immune system produces mucus to trap pathogens and contains immune cells and antibodies?

<p>Mucous membranes (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of inflammation in the immune system's second line of defense?

<p>To increase blood flow to the affected area and send immune cells to the site of infection or injury (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the process through which phagocytes destroy pathogens?

<p>Phagocytosis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which component of the immune system recognizes and eliminates foreign substances?

<p>Phagocytes (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the complement system in the immune system's second line of defense?

<p>To neutralize and eliminate invaders (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the immune system contains specialized immune cells that can detect and destroy potential threats?

<p>Skin (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of mucous membranes in the immune system?

<p>To trap pathogens and contain immune cells and antibodies (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of phagocytes in the immune system?

<p>To destroy pathogens through phagocytosis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens if an infection spreads in the body?

<p>Phagocytes cause a fever (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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