Immunology Flashcards
1
Q
What is the purpose of the immune system?
A
To discriminate self form non-self.
2
Q
What is innate immunity?
A
Instinctive, non-specific, does not depend on lymphocytes, is present from birth, non-specific
3
Q
What is adaptive immunity?
A
Specific ‘acquired/learned’ immunity, requires lymphocytes, antibodies, specific
4
Q
What makes up both types of immunity?
A
Cells and soluble factors (humoral).
