Chapter 17 Flashcards
1
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Innate vs adaptive immune system
A
Innate: First line of defense from the body. Non-specific (generic), does not remember past infections, rapid response
Adaptive: Activates if innate can’t handle it, specific (targets pathogens with antibody tailored response) memory cells,
2
Q
How do vaccines work?
A
They work to trigger a primary exposure to an antigen so specific B cells will produce antibodies and memory cells
3
Q
Antigens vs antibody
A
Antibodies are specifically made by the body to fight off an antigen. Each antibody is unique to just that specific antigen.
4
Q
Who is the universal blood type donor?
A
O
5
Q
Who is the universal blood type recipient?
A
AB
