Fighting Diseases Flashcards
1
Q
What does CHASM stand for?
A
Cilia
Hairs
Acid (in stomach kills)
Skin as a barrier
Mucus traps
2
Q
How do WBC respond when a pathogen infects us?
A
WBC engulf to kill.
produce antibodies to kill.
produce antitoxins to neutralise toxins.
3
Q
What is an antigen?
A
every pathogen has a specific protein ‘label’ on its surface called a antigen.
4
Q
What happens if a WBC sees a foreign antigen in the body?
A
They will start to produce antibodies to fit the specific antigen and kill them.
5
Q
How does the body defend itself against pathogens getting into the blood?
A
The WBC make a wound quickly so no pathogens can enter.
6
Q
Why is it dangerous to share needles when people inject drugs?
A
The virus can transfer via the body fluids in the needle.
