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Which immune cells are crucial for activating the immune response in infected cells through MHC presentation?
Which immune cells are crucial for activating the immune response in infected cells through MHC presentation?
What role do cytokines play in viral infections?
What role do cytokines play in viral infections?
During which phase of a viral infection do specific symptoms related to the virus appear due to tissue damage?
During which phase of a viral infection do specific symptoms related to the virus appear due to tissue damage?
Which cells are able to recognize cells with low MHC expression and target them for destruction?
Which cells are able to recognize cells with low MHC expression and target them for destruction?
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What does the incubation period refer to in the timeline of a viral infection?
What does the incubation period refer to in the timeline of a viral infection?
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What aspect of viral infections is typically responsible for the early nonspecific symptoms such as fever and malaise?
What aspect of viral infections is typically responsible for the early nonspecific symptoms such as fever and malaise?
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Which of the following statements about chronic viral infections is most accurate?
Which of the following statements about chronic viral infections is most accurate?
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What is a common feature of vaccine-induced immunity against viruses?
What is a common feature of vaccine-induced immunity against viruses?
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Which of the following statements accurately describe chronic viral infections?
Which of the following statements accurately describe chronic viral infections?
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What role do interferons play in the immune response to a viral infection?
What role do interferons play in the immune response to a viral infection?
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Which immune response mechanism involves the degradation of viral RNA by activated proteins?
Which immune response mechanism involves the degradation of viral RNA by activated proteins?
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How do cytotoxic T cells induce apoptosis in virus-infected cells?
How do cytotoxic T cells induce apoptosis in virus-infected cells?
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In the context of latent viral infections, which of the following is true?
In the context of latent viral infections, which of the following is true?
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Which of the following is NOT a typical response of cells to viral infection?
Which of the following is NOT a typical response of cells to viral infection?
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What is the primary function of pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) in viral infection detection?
What is the primary function of pattern recognition receptors (PRRs) in viral infection detection?
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Which of the following strategies is employed by cells to deal with viral particles through autophagy?
Which of the following strategies is employed by cells to deal with viral particles through autophagy?
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Which immune response is primarily involved in the recognition and destruction of virus-infected cells?
Which immune response is primarily involved in the recognition and destruction of virus-infected cells?
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What is a major consequence of the inflammatory response triggered by immune cells during viral infections?
What is a major consequence of the inflammatory response triggered by immune cells during viral infections?
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What role do type I interferons (IFN-α and IFN-β) play in the early immune response?
What role do type I interferons (IFN-α and IFN-β) play in the early immune response?
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How do memory cells contribute to the immune response upon re-exposure to a virus?
How do memory cells contribute to the immune response upon re-exposure to a virus?
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Which mechanism do viruses use to evade the immune response, potentially leading to chronic infections?
Which mechanism do viruses use to evade the immune response, potentially leading to chronic infections?
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What is the primary function of B cells after they are activated during a viral infection?
What is the primary function of B cells after they are activated during a viral infection?
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Which statement about the role of cytokines in the immune response is true?
Which statement about the role of cytokines in the immune response is true?
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Which of the following best describes the nature of chronic viral infections?
Which of the following best describes the nature of chronic viral infections?
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Study Notes
Viral Infection: Cellular Defense Mechanisms
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Viral Replication Restriction: Cells prevent viral spread by inhibiting viral replication and promoting viral degradation within cellular compartments
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Antigen Presentation for Immune Activation: Infected cells present viral peptides on their surface via MHC molecules, activating helper T cells and cytotoxic T cells
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NK Cell Activation: NK cells target cells with low MHC expression, destroying cells that evade immune detection
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Inflammatory Cytokine Production: Infected and immune cells release cytokines (IL-1, TNF-a, interferons), recruiting immune cells to infection sites, enhancing viral containment and elimination
Course of Viral Infections
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Entry and Incubation: Viruses enter via mucosal surfaces, skin breaks, or inoculation; during the incubation phase, viruses replicate within host cells before causing symptoms
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Prodromal Phase: Early, non-specific symptoms (fever, malaise) arise from immune response, particularly interferon release
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Acute Phase: Rapid viral replication, specific symptoms appear due to tissue damage and immune response (cough, rash, diarrhea)
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Recovery, Chronic Infection, or Death: Potential outcomes depend on viral characteristics and host response
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Chronic Infection: Silent infection for life, disease after long latency period, reactivation, relapses, and exacerbation. Potential neoplastic changes
Cellular Responses to Viral Infection
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Detection: Cells use PRRs (TLRs, RIG-I-like receptors) to detect viral molecules (RNA or DNA)
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Interferon Response: Upon detection, infected cells release type I interferons, signaling neighboring cells, initiating antiviral defenses
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Antiviral State: Interferons create an antiviral state in surrounding cells, hindering viral spread
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Inhibition of Viral Replication: Antiviral proteins (PKR, RNase L) interfere with viral RNA, inhibit protein synthesis, and modify cellular processes essential for viral replication
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Apoptosis: Infected cells undergo programmed cell death to prevent viral replication, regulated by proteins like p53 and caspases
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Cytotoxic T Cell-Induced Apoptosis: Cytotoxic T cells recognize viral peptides, inducing apoptosis by releasing cytotoxic molecules (perforin, granzyme)
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Autophagy: Cells use autophagy to degrade viral particles, triggering early immune response
Immune Response to Viral Infection
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Innate Immune Response (Non-Specific and Rapid)
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Interferons: Infected cells release type I interferons, signaling neighboring cells to produce antiviral proteins, enhancing NK cell activity and activating other immune cells.
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Natural Killer (NK) Cells: NK cells identify and destroy infected cells based on altered cell surface markers, releasing cytotoxic molecules to control viral spread.
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Inflammation: Cytokine release amplifies inflammation, attracting immune cells to the infection site. While helpful, it can cause symptoms such as fever and tissue damage.
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Adaptive Immune Response (Specific and Long-Lasting)
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T Cell Activation: Helper T cells (CD4+ T cells) recognize viral antigens on antigen-presenting cells (APCs) and coordinate the immune response. Cytotoxic T cells (CD8+ T cells) identify and kill infected cells via viral peptide recognition, clearing infection.
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B Cells and Antibody Production: B cells differentiate into plasma cells, producing antibodies. Antibodies neutralize viruses by binding to them, preventing entry into host cells and marking them for destruction by other immune cells.
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Memory Cells: Some T and B cells become memory cells, providing long-term immunity for rapid response to reinfection.
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Viral Evasion Mechanisms
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Viral Mutation: Viruses mutate to escape immune recognition, often leading to chronic or recurrent infections.
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Interferon Signaling Blockage: Viruses disrupt interferon signaling to avoid the antiviral state, allowing them to replicate more effectively.
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Hiding Within Cells: Viruses can hide within host cells to avoid immune detection, leading to persistent infection.
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This quiz explores the cellular defense mechanisms against viral infections, including viral replication restriction, antigen presentation, and NK cell activation. It also delves into the course of viral infections, from entry to the prodromal phase. Test your understanding of how the immune system responds to viral threats.
