Immnuity Flashcards
1
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immunity
A
immune system and antibody action result in two ways
2
Q
active immunity
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being sick and vaccinations
3
Q
being sick
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antigen -> lymphocyte makes Ab
4
Q
vaccination
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weakened antigen -> stimulates lymphocyte Ab protection
5
Q
passive immunity
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“borrowed,” temporary immunity provided ends
6
Q
example of passive immunity
A
antivenom produced by horses for snake bites
7
Q
Allergies
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histamine production causes allergic reaction