Exam 3: Host-Microorganism Interactions

Infectious processes that develop and slowly progress are known as _________ infections.

Botulism and tetanus have the ability to interfere with neuromuscular functions.The toxins they produce are classified as:

Cells that ingest and destroy bacteria and other foreign particles are called:

The persistent survival of microorganisms on a surface of the human body is called a(n):

IgM is the:

The complement system serves to:

Proper hand-washing and hygiene procedures by hospital staff are essential in preventing which types of infections?

Infectious processes that quickly develop are referred to as _________ infections.

Specific proteins produced by cells of the immune system in response to the presence of foreign molecules that circulate in the serum and are present in secretions such as saliva are called:

IgE is the:

Biochemicals known as cytokines serve to:

IgG is the:

Cells with a short life span that circulate in blood and tissues and are usually the first cells on the scene of a bacterial invasion are called:

Pathogens are able to produce enzymes that directly destroy or inactivate antibodies.These enzymes are referred to as:

Swelling, redness, heat, and pain are all manifestations of:

Which stage of infection is characterized by host deterioration and possibly death?

An example of antibody-mediated immunity is:

A bacterium that normally colonizes the skin gains access through a laceration and causes infection.This type of infection is classified as:

The coagulation system serves to:

Which one of the following statements is true regarding endotoxins?