Lab Exam Two Flashcards
What is the TOTAL SERUM ANTIBODY % for IgG?
80-85%
List THREE (3) FUNCTIONS of the IgM antibody.
- Antigen-binding Receptor on surface of B-Cells
- Transfusion Reactions in ABO blood system
- First Antibody produced in response to antigen
What is the TOTAL SERUM ANTIBODY % for IgM?
5-10
List TWO (2) FUNCTIONS of the IgA antibody.
- Provide protection on body surfaces.
2. Found in Colostrum and breast milk
What is the TOTAL SERUM ANTIBODY % of IgA?
15
What is the FUNCTION of the IgE antibody?
Binds to Mast Cells and Basophils to stimulate inflammatory response
What is the TOTAL SERUM ANTIBODY % of IgE?
0.002
What is the FUNCTION of the IgD antibody?
Antigen-binding receptor on B Cells
What is the TOTAL SERUM ANTIBODY % of IgD?
0.2
This is the INFLAMMATION of LYMPH NODES where MICROORGANISMS are TRAPPED and DESTROYED
Lymphadenitis
INFLAMMATION of the LYMPH VESSELS, results in visible RED STREAKS in the SKIN.
Lymphangitis
ENLARGED LYMPH NODES caused by a BACTERIAL INFECTION transferred by FLEA BITES from RATS.
Bubonic Plague
Abnormal ACCUMULATION of LYMPH TISSUES often in the LIMBS.
Lymphedema
What percentage of LYMPHEDEMA occurs in WOMEN?
70-90%
Caused by long slender ROUND WORMS lodged in lymphatic vessels so LIMB becomes permanently SWOLLEN and ENLARGED.
Elephantiasis