SOLUTIONS
Adaptive (acquired) / Specific Correct Answers - Relatively
slower and more specific process
- Targets particular invading microorganisms for the purpose of
eradicating them
- Involves memory which results in a more rapid response to
future exposure to the same microorganism
Antibodies and immunoglobulins - what are their functions IgA
IgG IgE Correct Answers
B lymphocyte Correct Answers 1. They function in the humoral
immunity component of the adaptive immune system by
secreting antibodies
2. T cells are involved in cell-mediated immunity, whereas B
cells are primarily responsible for humoral immunity (relating to
antibodies)
Cellular: T cells (cell mediated response) Correct Answers a.
Subpopulations (effector T cells)
1. Kill target directly
2. Stimulate other leukocytes
b. T lymphocytes defend against intracellular microbes such as
viruses
c. Activate phagocytes to destroy microbes that have been
engulfed
Chronic inflammation what are the effects? Correct Answers
Persistence of infection, persistent acute inflammation,
, neutrophil degranulation and death, lymphocyte activation,
fibroblast activation, lymphocyte/macrophage infiltration, tissue
repair (scar)
Components of adaptive immunity Correct Answers
Cortisol: (Glucocorticoids) Correct Answers 12. Increases BP
13. Increases CO
14. Increases lipolysis
15. immunosuppression and enhanced immunity
16. anti-inflammatory and pro-inflammatory
Dendritic cells Correct Answers a. In peripheral organs and skin
b. Migrate through lymph vessels to lymph tissue and interact
with T lymphocytes to generate an acquired immune response
Eosinophils Correct Answers a. Mildly phagocytic
b. Defense against parasites and regulate vascular mediators
Epinephrine (EPI) Correct Answers 1. Increases myocardial
contractility (+ inotropy)
2. Increases HR (+ chronotropy)
3. Increases venous return to heart
4. Increases CO
5. Increases BP
6. Increases transiently in BS
7. Causes bronchodilation
Function of First line of defense Correct Answers 1. Innate
(natural) / Nonspecific
2. Includes natural barriers (physical, biochemical, mechanical)