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The two basic types of immunity are ______ and Specific (Adaptive).
The two basic types of immunity are ______ and Specific (Adaptive).
Non specific (Innate)
B Lymphocytes produce ______ which bind to antigens.
B Lymphocytes produce ______ which bind to antigens.
Antibodies
NK Cells are involved in immunological ______ against viruses and tumor cells.
NK Cells are involved in immunological ______ against viruses and tumor cells.
surveillance
The main function of T helper cells (TH Cells) is to assist in ______ responses.
The main function of T helper cells (TH Cells) is to assist in ______ responses.
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During the inflammatory response, various ______ are secreted to help combat pathogens.
During the inflammatory response, various ______ are secreted to help combat pathogens.
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A state of resistance against infection from a particular ______ is known as immunity.
A state of resistance against infection from a particular ______ is known as immunity.
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The immune system identifies 'foreign' antigens as ______ from 'self' antigens.
The immune system identifies 'foreign' antigens as ______ from 'self' antigens.
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White blood cells play a critical role in ______ immunity.
White blood cells play a critical role in ______ immunity.
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T cytotoxic cells (TC Cells) are also known as ______ cells.
T cytotoxic cells (TC Cells) are also known as ______ cells.
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Acquired active immunity results from ______ exposure to a pathogen.
Acquired active immunity results from ______ exposure to a pathogen.
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Study Notes
White Blood Cells
- 5-9,000/ul in blood
- Granulocytes and Agranulocytes
Granulocytes
- Secretions include Interleukins, TNFα, prostaglandins, and bradykinin
Agranulocytes
- Lymphocytes including:
- NK cells: Immunological surveillance, cytotoxic cells, non-specific, for viruses, bacteria, parasites, tumour cells etc
- B cells: Produce Antibodies (plasma cells) which bind to antigens making the antigen recognizable by the immune system for destruction. This is called Opsonisation.
- T cells:
- TH: T helper cells
- TC: T cytotoxic cells /killer cells
- TS: T suppressor cells /regulatory cells
The Immune System
- A state of resistance against infection from a particular pathogen
- Recognizes “foreign” i.e.non-self from “self” antigens
- Detects antigens and initiates a complex series of steps designed to neutralise them
- Two basic types of immunity
- Non specific (Innate)
- Specific (Adaptive)
Non-specific/Innate Immunity
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Explore the essential roles of white blood cells, including granulocytes and agranulocytes, in the immune system. This quiz covers their functions, various types, and how they contribute to the body's defense mechanisms against pathogens. Test your knowledge on specific and non-specific immunity.
