Crossword Immunity Flashcards
Past infection or immunity
IgG
Decreased WBC count occurs in some infections (e.g., typhoid fever, viral infections).
Leukopenia
Cells which produce immunoglobulins
Plasma
Mixed blood and watery fluid
Serosanguineous
T-Cells Directly kill infected or abnormal cells
Cytotoxic
Involved in viral infections and chronic inflammation
Lymphocytes
Become macrophages, remove dead cells; long-lived phagocytes
Monocytes
Vasodilation, increased vascular permeability, allergy symptoms
Histamine
Fight parasites; involved in allergic reactions
Esosinophils
_______ cells, similar to Mast cells: Release histamine; mediate allergic responses
Basophils
Thick fluid rich in WBCs, bacteria, and cell debris
Purulent
Clear, watery fluid (e.g., blisters)
Serous
________ cells capture, process, and present antigens to activate T cells
Dendritic and macrophages
________T cells: Coordinate immune responses by stimulating other immune cells
Helper
Elevated WBC count indicates infection/inflammation
Leukocytosis
First responders; phagocytize bacteria and debris
Neutrophils
Pain, vasodilation, smooth muscle contraction.
Kinins
Recent infection
IgM