Quiz Knowledge Flashcards
What is the process of phagocytosis?
Engulfing of pathogens
Define pathogen
An organisms that causes disease in another organism
What are the methods used by antibodies to get rid of/kill pathogens?
- Labelling the pathogen for phagocytosis
- Neutralisation of toxins
- Agglutination of pathogens
Define monoclonal antibodies
Antibodies produced from a single group of genetically identical B plasma cells
What are the methods the body uses to prevent the entry of pathogens?
- Mucus
- Stomach acid
- Enzymes
In phagocytosis, whar is the last thing done by the macrophage?
Presents the antigens of the pathogen on its membrane
What are the methods in which pathogens cause disease
- Rupturing them to release nutrients
- Breaking down nutrients within cells
- Replicating inside of cells and bursting them when released
How are pathogens able to cause disease?
Release toxins
What do antibodies consist of?
Protein
A protein or polysaccharide found on the surface of cells that stimulates the production of antibodies is also known as?
An antigen
