11.3- Introduction to Second Line Defense and the Lymphatic System Flashcards
1
Q
What is the second line defense of the immune system made of?
A
Assorted molecular factors and leukocytes (white blood cells)
2
Q
Define primary lymphoid tissues
A
Thymus and bone marrow
3
Q
Define secondary lymphoid tissues
A
Lymph nodes, spleen, and Mucosa Associated Lymphoid Tissue (MALT)
4
Q
Define granulotcytes
A
Cells with dark stained granules that are visible when stained and viewed with a light microscope. Commonly used in innate immunity.
5
Q
Define agranulocytes
A
Cells that don’t have visible granules when stained and viewed with a light microscope. Commonly used in adaptive immunity.
6
Q
Define leukocytosis
A
An increase in leukocytes.
