Immunity Flashcards
Define a pathogen
Micro organisms which cause disease in a human
Define metabolic rate
The rate at which all chemical reactions in the body take place
What is anaemia?
This is a lack of iron (as far as you’re concerned)
What are diabetes mellitus type 1 and type 2
In diabetes, insulin (a hormone) is either insufficient (type 1) or ineffective (type 2)
what is scurvy?
This is a lack of vitamin C!
What is the main symptom of cystic fibrosis?
Too much mucus is produced! This is a genetic problem.
Do antibiotics work on viruses (like the cold?)
No!
Microorganisms that cause infectious diseases are called what?
Pathogens
Type 1 diabetes mellitus is what type of condition?
This is an inherited condition - the cause is a genetic mutation
What is the cause of type two diabetes mellitus is what?
Excess sugar intake, which damages the bodies ability to respond to insulin
What type of cells protect the body against pathogens?
White blood cells
What do the white blood cells do top pathogens?
They ingest/destroy them (macrophage) Produce antibodies (memory cells) which are stored in the thymus gland
What are the important functions of fat in the body?
Protect vital organs
Energy reserve
Cholesterol is required for cell membranes
What are the health problems associated with high salt intake?
High blood pressure
Heart disease
Stroke
Overweight people are more likely to suffer from which conditions?
Arthritis
Diabetes
Heart failure
High blood pressure
