Exam 14: Lymphatic System and Immunity

Mrs. Anderson was diagnosed with breast cancer in her right breast. During her mastectomy (breast removal), the surgeon also removed lymph nodes in the axillary region. What is a potential problem that might develop for Mrs. Anderson?

During her annual physical, Jessica's blood work revealed a low blood lymphocyte count. What would this suggest about Jessica's current health?

What drives the movement of lymph through lymphatic vessels?

What is the most abundant immunoglobulin in the blood?

Diseases of the liver can result in reduced production of plasma proteins. How might this condition affect the function of the lymphatic system?

The large foreign molecules that trigger immune responses are called __________.

What is one characteristic of the spleen?

Immediate-reaction hypersensitivity occurs when an allergen binds to cell-bound IgE. What is the result of this allergen-antibody interaction?

What is lymph?

In a healthy individual, IgA is typically most abundant in what fluids?

After being activated due to exposure to its target antigen, an activated T cell or B cell will proliferate, resulting in a(n) __________, a group of genetically identical cells.

What type of immunity develops in response to contracting an infectious disease?

A primary immune response results in production of __________ and IgG. A secondary immune response results in production of __________.