The Th17 Cell Quiz
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Which cytokines are produced by Th17 cells?

  • IL-4 and IL-5
  • IL-17 and IL-22 (correct)
  • IL-10 and TGF-beta
  • IFN-gamma and TNF-alpha

    • What is the major function of Th17 cells?

  • Stimulating the production of defensins
  • Stimulating the recruitment of neutrophils (correct)
  • Inducing allergic reactions
  • Promoting repair of damaged epithelia

    • Which immune response is Th17 cell-induced inflammation stronger and more prolonged than?

  • Th1 cell-induced inflammation
  • Th2 cell-induced inflammation
  • Innate immune responses (correct)
  • Adaptive immune responses

    • Which cells are responsible for phagocytosing these microbes?

    <p>Neutrophils</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are rare individuals with defects in Th17 responses prone to developing?

    <p>Chronic mucocutaneous candidiasis and bacterial abscesses</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are antagonists of IL-17 and IL-23 used to treat?

    <p>Psoriasis</p> Signup and view all the answers

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