Immunity definitions Flashcards
What is innate resistance?
Primary, first line immunity such as the skin and inflammation
What is adaptive (acquired) immune system?
acquired immunity, includes memory
What is first line defense?
Natural immunity
What is second line defense?
Inflammation
What is third line defense?
adaptive/acquired immunity
Biochemical barriers can synthesize and secrete substances to trap or destroy microorganisms. This includes:
Saliva, tears, earwax
Biochemical barriers include antimicrobial peptides which can be found where?
lungs
What is a normal microbiome?
Normal bacteria that is a first line of defense for the immune system
The inflammatory response is what line of defense?
second
Inflammation includes what components?
cellular and chemical
What are cardinal signs of inflammatory response?
Increased vascular permeability causing redness, heat, swelling, pain
Once in the tissues, the cells and chemicals associated with the inflammatory response: (4 goals)
Control inflammatory process
Prevent and limit infection and further damage
Interact with components of adaptive immune system
Prepare the area of injury for healing
