Immunity and GI Homeostasis Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
3 different sites of MALT
A
- Oral mucosa
- Salivary glands
- Gingival crevice
2
Q
What do we call the oral mucosal immune system?
A
MALT: Mucosal associated lymphoid tissue
3
Q
What type of antibody is secreted in the oral mucosa?
A
IgA
4
Q
Oral disorders of the innate immune system are frequently associated with…
A
poor dental health
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