Exam 5 Immunity Flashcards
1
Q
Antigenic determinants which are substances that initiate an immune response
A
Epitopes
2
Q
What are the major components of the immune system
A
Bone marrow,
WBC
Lymphoid organs
3
Q
What are the lymphoid organs
A
Thymus
Spleen
Lymph nodes
Tonsils
Adenoids
4
Q
What are some physical barriers
A
Skin
Mucous membranes
Cilia
5
Q
What are some chemical barriers
A
Mucus
Acidic gastric secretions
Tears and saliva
6
Q
Immediate response take how long?
A
Within 4 hours
7
Q
Delayed response
A
4-96 hours
8
Q
Viricididal protein responsible for activating components of the immune response
A
Interferon
9
Q
Cellular response
A
Cytotoxic T-cells
10
Q
Humoral response
A
B lymphocytes