Cell Identification Flashcards
1
Q
How are cells identified
A
All cells have specific molecules on their surface which allows them to be identified
2
Q
What is the most important molecules in cell identification
A
Proteins
3
Q
Why are proteins important to cell identification
A
There is a huge variety and they have a highly specific tertiary structure
4
Q
What is the immune system able to identify
A
- pathogens
- toxins
- own cells
- cells from organism of the same species
- abnormal body cells
5
Q
How do cancer cells stimulate an immune response
A
There are abnormal cells that have different antigens and therefore simulate a immune response
