Exam 24: B: Immune System

Antibody molecules may agglutinate antigens that are on the surface of microorganisms.Explain how agglutination can help promote the destruction of microorganisms such as bacteria.

Steven had mumps as a child.Why did he not experience symptoms at the age of 41 after he was again exposed to the mumps virus?

Which of the following does not describe phagocytosis?

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -macromolecule that induces the immune system to produce antibodies

Chris has very bad allergies,especially in the springtime,and is seeking help to overcome her allergic reactions.Why would an antihistamine help Chris be more comfortable?

Name and explain the role of regulating cells in the immune system.

The chemical messengers that T cells release into inflamed tissues are called:

The type of immune mechanism that provides a general defense by acting against anything recognized as "not self" is called:

Which type of cells is not involved in nonspecific immunity?

Match each term with its corresponding definition. -ingestion and destruction of microorganisms or other small particles

Explain how a white blood cell ingests and destroys a microorganism.

Macrophages sensitize:

The major class of antibody present in the mucous membranes of the body is:

Which of the following is not a characteristic of inflammation?

Which is the best explanation of how immune suppression can be helpful in preventing transplant rejection?

Adaptive immunity is also called _____ immunity.

Which of the following is not caused by complement protein activity?

Match each antibody class with its description, function, or location. -antibody that is found in tears and saliva

Which antibody has two antigen-binding sites?

Describe the development and activation of B cells.