Defense Flashcards
1
Q
What is a pathogen?
A
Micro organisms that cause disease
2
Q
Steps of viral replication
A
1.Virus Attaches 2.Viral parts produced 3.Viral Parts assembled 4. Viruses released
3
Q
What are the 5 blood cells and what do the do?
A
Macrophages - They find pathogens and begin destroying.
Helper T - Binds to antigen markers displayed on macrophage surface
Plasma B - Produce unique antibodies for the specific invader
Antibodies - Tag pathogens for future reference
Memory B - Remembers the pathogen
4
Q
Which immune response is faster and produces more antibodies, primary or secondary?
A
Secondary
