Immunity Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
Define active immunity
A
Resistance to disease resulting from the activities of an individuals own immune system where an antigen induces plasma cells to produce antibodies
2
Q
What’s aids
A
Disease caused by HIV
3
Q
What’s an allergen
A
Usually harmless substance that causes the immune system to produce an immune response
4
Q
What’s an allergy
A
The response of the immune system to an allergen
5
Q
Define an antibiotic
A
A substance
