Humoural Response Flashcards
1
Q
What cells does the humoral response entail ?
A
B cells/ lymphocytes
2
Q
How are antibodies created ?
A
B cell intakes complementary antigen (to its antibody) via endocytosis
B cell finds Th cell - stimulates Clonal expansion and selection (differentiation)
B cells divide via mitosis turning into either plasma cells or memory B cells
Plasma cells release antibodies
3
Q
What is the advantage of Memory B cells
A
Lots produced
Live for decades
Can divide rapidly into plasma cells when same pathogen re-enters body
4
Q
Define ‘active immunity’
A
Immunity
As a result of production of antibodies by immune system
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