Immune System Flashcards

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1
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compare and contrast innate immunity and acquired immunity.

A

natural, developed

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What are pathogens?

A

disease causing agents

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3
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List the steps of the inflammatory response

A

histamine, capillaries expand, WBC & platelets move, WBC destroys pathogens

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4
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What do you call proteins found on the surface of viruses and other pathogens?

A

antigens

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5
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What binds to the antigens of viruses and act as biological handcuffs?

A

antibodies

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What are the three types of T cells? What do they do?

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Killer , helper, suppressor T cells.
kill, activate, regulate

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Which type of B cell produce antibodies?

A

plasma b cells

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What is the function of B memory cells?

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“remember” the antigen and produce immediate responses the 2nd time it enters

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What is the advantage of receiving vaccinations?

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  • prevent illness
  • allows immune system to respond quickly to infection
  • stimulates a specific immune response
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