Fundamentals of the Immune System Flashcards (10 cards)

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1Question

Immune System — definition?

Answer

Network defending against pathogens.

2Question

Innate Immunity — components?

Answer

Physical barriers, phagocytes, NK cells, complement.

3Question

Adaptive Immunity — elements?

Answer

B cells, T cells, memory, MHC molecules.

4Question

Immune System — function?

Answer

Defends body using innate and adaptive responses.

5Question

Pathogen — definition?

Answer

Microorganism causing disease.

6Question

Antigen — role?

Answer

Triggers immune response.

7Question

Innate Immunity — components?

Answer

Physical, chemical barriers, immune cells.

8Question

Adaptive Immunity — components?

Answer

Lymphocytes: B and T cells.

9Question

Lymphatic System — role?

Answer

Transports lymph, filters pathogens, activates immunity.

10Question

Antigen Presentation — process?

Answer

Display of antigens to immune cells.

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