Study Guide for APHY 102 Final Exam (Nutrition and Metabolism) Correct solutions

Study Guide for APHY 102 Final Exam (Nutrition and Metabolism) Correct solutions The structure of a lymphatic vessel is most similar to that of a(n) - CORRECT ANSWER-vein In order to be fully activated, most __________ cells require interaction with __________ cells. - CORRECT ANSWER-B;T What is the first component(s) of the immune system to decline with age? - CORRECT ANSWER-Thymus What is not true of the spleen? - CORRECT ANSWER-The spaces in the lobes of the spleen are filled with lymph What term refers to any molecule that elicits an immune response? - CORRECT ANSWER-Antigen The thymus enlarges after puberty T/F - CORRECT ANSWER-False Absence or blockage of lymph vessels in a body region leads directly to what condition? - CORRECT ANSWER-Edema Memory T and B cells function in what type of response? - CORRECT ANSWERSecondary immune responses The region of a lymph node through which blood vessels and nerves pass is called the - CORRECT ANSWER-hilum What term is used for disorders resulting from the immune system attacking "self" cells? - CORRECT ANSWER-Autoimmune diseases What is the name of the fluid contained within vessels of the lymphatic system? - CORRECT ANSWER-Lymph Lymphatic pathways begin at the lymphatic capillaries which empty into lymphatic vessels. From there, fluid flows through lymphatic __________ into lymphatic __________, eventually emptying into veins in the thorax. - CORRECT ANSWERtrunks; ducts The thymus is in the mediastinum behind the sternum. T/F - CORRECT ANSWER-True Lymph eventually is returned to the circulation at what blood vessels? - CORRECT ANSWER-Right and left subclavian veins Name the enzyme that converts HC2O3 to HCO3- and H+. - CORRECT ANSWERcarbonic anhydrase Activation of what group of proteins in the plasma leads to inflammation, attraction of phagocytes, and enhancement of phagocytosis? - CORRECT ANSWER-Complement The two collecting ducts that drain the lymphatic trunks are the - CORRECT ANSWERthoracic duct and right lymphatic duct. What type of immunity will result from receiving a vaccination? - CORRECT ANSWERArtificially acquired active immunity allograft - CORRECT ANSWER-same species