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What are the primary targets of the immune and lymphatic systems?
What are the primary targets of the immune and lymphatic systems?
- Only pathogenic microorganisms
- Pathogens, biological material, and our own tissue (correct)
- Excess body fat and damaged cells
- Transplanted organs and tissue
Which component of the immune system primarily acts as a barrier to prevent pathogen entry?
Which component of the immune system primarily acts as a barrier to prevent pathogen entry?
- Mucous membranes (correct)
- Phagocytes
- T cells
- Antibodies
Which type of immunity is characterized by specifically targeting particular pathogens?
Which type of immunity is characterized by specifically targeting particular pathogens?
- Innate immunity
- Natural immunity
- Adaptive immunity (correct)
- Passive immunity
What role do leukocytes play in the blood?
What role do leukocytes play in the blood?
What kind of immunity do phagocytes contribute to?
What kind of immunity do phagocytes contribute to?
Which of the following is NOT a function of blood?
Which of the following is NOT a function of blood?
What encompasses the internal defenses of the immune system?
What encompasses the internal defenses of the immune system?
Which of the following types of biological material is not typically targeted by the immune system?
Which of the following types of biological material is not typically targeted by the immune system?
What primarily distinguishes the immune system from an organ-based system?
What primarily distinguishes the immune system from an organ-based system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the immune system?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the immune system?
Which of the following biological processes is involved in the immune response?
Which of the following biological processes is involved in the immune response?
What do the innate and adaptive immune responses have in common?
What do the innate and adaptive immune responses have in common?
What role do lymphoid tissues typically play in the immune system?
What role do lymphoid tissues typically play in the immune system?
Which immune cells are primarily responsible for targeting and eliminating cancer cells?
Which immune cells are primarily responsible for targeting and eliminating cancer cells?
What is one of the key functions of the lymphatic system in relation to fluid balance?
What is one of the key functions of the lymphatic system in relation to fluid balance?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of immunity?
Which of the following is a characteristic feature of immunity?
What percentage of blood is composed of leukocytes and platelets?
What percentage of blood is composed of leukocytes and platelets?
What process allows leukocytes to move from the bloodstream to damaged or infected tissues?
What process allows leukocytes to move from the bloodstream to damaged or infected tissues?
Which type of leukocyte lacks visible granules?
Which type of leukocyte lacks visible granules?
Which of the following cells belongs to the innate immune system?
Which of the following cells belongs to the innate immune system?
What triggers the increased production of leukocytes in the body?
What triggers the increased production of leukocytes in the body?
Which category of leukocytes includes macrophages?
Which category of leukocytes includes macrophages?
Which leukocyte is primarily responsible for the initial response to bacterial infections?
Which leukocyte is primarily responsible for the initial response to bacterial infections?
Chemical messengers are involved in which aspect of leukocyte function?
Chemical messengers are involved in which aspect of leukocyte function?
Which type of cells can mature into helper T-cells?
Which type of cells can mature into helper T-cells?
What does a higher hematocrit percentage indicate?
What does a higher hematocrit percentage indicate?
What is reflected by hemoglobin levels in a blood test?
What is reflected by hemoglobin levels in a blood test?
Which leukocyte is primarily responsible for producing antibodies?
Which leukocyte is primarily responsible for producing antibodies?
In the context of blood tests, what does the Total White Count measure?
In the context of blood tests, what does the Total White Count measure?
Which is NOT a type of leukocyte that can mature from naive cells?
Which is NOT a type of leukocyte that can mature from naive cells?
Which blood test result indicates a normal range for female hemoglobin levels?
Which blood test result indicates a normal range for female hemoglobin levels?
What is the typical range for the Total White Count in males?
What is the typical range for the Total White Count in males?
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Study Notes
The Immune System
- The immune system is a set of diverse processes that protect the body from injury and disease-causing cells and molecules.
- The immune system defends the body against external and internal threats.
Components of the Immune System
- The immune system is composed of leukocytes, chemicals, proteins, and lymphoid tissues and organs.
- Immune cells are generated and mature in lymphoid tissues and organs.
- Immune processes include inflammation, fever, phagocytosis, and apoptosis.
Targets of the Immune Response
- The immune system targets pathogens, transplanted tissue and organs, animal and plant material, foreign particules and chemicals, and the body's own tissue.
Composition of the Immune System (Layers of Protection)
- The immune system is made up of barriers that prevent pathogens from entering, internal defences that act non-specifically, and adaptive defences that act specifically to certain pathogens.
Blood and the Immune System
- Blood is a critical component of the immune system, as it transports immune cells and proteins throughout the body.
- Blood plays crucial roles in gas exchange, solute distribution, and immune functions.
Leukocytes (White Blood Cells)
- Leukocytes are a key part of the immune system, leaving blood capillaries to travel to infected or damaged tissues.
- The body increases the production rate of leukocytes in response to infection.
Types of Leukocytes
- Leukocytes can be categorized based on their appearance: granulocytes and agranulocytes.
- Granulocytes contain cytoplasmic granules, whereas agranulocytes lack visible granules.
Cells of the Immune System
- Leukocytes can be categorized based on their role in immune function.
- Innate immunity cells include: dendritic cells, macrophages, monocytes, neutrophils, basophils, eosinophils, mast cells, and Natural Killer cells.
- Adaptive immunity cells include: B cells and T cells. These cells can mature into helper T cells, T cytotoxic cells, plasma B cells, and memory cells.
Blood Tests
- Blood tests can indicate the presence of infection, particularly when the breakdown of leukocytes is examined.
- Blood tests examine red and white blood cell counts, hematocrit, and hemoglobin levels.
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