Exam 14: Lymphatic System and Body Defense

A disease-producing organism is called a(n)

Clusters of lymphatic tissue that intercept microorganisms that may enter through the nose and mouth are called

Lymphadenotomy is

Antibodies may cross the placenta to provide immunity for the newborn infant.This is an example of _____ immunity.

The thoracic duct drains lymph from all of the following regions EXCEPT the

Active immunity last longer than passive immunity.

B-lymphocytes are involved in

The principal phagocytic cells that function in defense against disease are

The only structure that filters lymph and produces lymphocytes is the

What is the term for the cell that ingests and processes antigens in both cell-mediated and humoral immunity?

What is the term for the substance that induces fever in systemic inflammation?

What is the term for the structures that filter lymph?

The thymus generally enlarges after puberty to provide additional protection for the adolescent.

What is produced by virus-infected cells to provide protection for surrounding cells?

There are generally more afferent vessels associated with a lymph node than efferent vessels.

All of the following are part of nonspecific defense EXCEPT

All of the following are factors in the flow of lymph EXCEPT

All of the following represent first line barriers against microbial invasion EXCEPT

One of the functions of the lymphatic system is to pick up excess interstitial fluid and return it to venous blood.This process

B-lymphocytes form clones of