Immune system

Question 1

histiocytosis

Answer 1

group of syndromes involving abnormal increase in white blood cells “histiocytes”; they begin to accumulate in cells where they normally don’t function and cause damage to healthy tissue

Question 2

interstitial

Answer 2

space between cells in a tissue

Question 3

Langerhans

Answer 3

cells populating epidermis as a network of immune sentinels. Induce first reaction against pathogens encountered by the skin.

Question 4

mononucleosis

Answer 4

viral infection causing fever, sore throat, swollen lymph glands. Caused by the Epstein-Barr virus.

Question 5

macrophages

Answer 5

type of phagocyte; white blood cells that engulf and destroy microorganisms, clear out debris and dead cells, and stimulate other immune cells.

Question 6

squamous cell

Answer 6

cells making up the middle and outer layers of the skin.

Question 7

polys and bands

Answer 7

polys are most numerous white blood cell type; first line of defense. Bands are immature polys.

Question 8

leukocytes

Answer 8

white blood cells; protect against illness and dsiease.

Question 9

intertriginous

Answer 9

skin folds; area where opposing skin folds come into contact at rest and rub against eachother/chronic skin occlusion.

Question 10

Monilia infection

Answer 10

thrush. Mycelial infection which usually involves the mucous membranes.

Question 11

creme caseous necrosis

Answer 11

cell death in which tissue maintains a cheese-like appearance. Most commonly caused via tuberculosis.

Question 12

CMV cytomegalovirus

Answer 12

common virus retained for life; often asymptomatic. Can cause high temps, muscle aches, rash, general malaise, swollen glands.

Question 13

candidiasis

Answer 13

fungal infection caused by yeast (Candida). Normally lives on the skin and inside the body naturally without problems.