Immunological Memory Flashcards
1
Q
What is primary response?
A
When the immune response is raised and the correct T and B cells are produced.
2
Q
What happens if the person comes across the pathogen again?
A
The person has memory T and B cells.
3
Q
What happens to the T and B memory cells when the pathogen enters the body again?
A
They quickly proliferate and form many clones.
4
Q
What are the benefits of the secondary response?
A
There are more antibodies produced faster and for a longer duration.
