Lecture 20 - Immunity (inborn) & 21 Flashcards
enzyme that Breaks down peptidoglycan
lysozyme
enzyme that is an Iron-chelator
lactoferrin
enzyme that Produces superoxide radicals
lactoperoxidase
what causes the unusual conformation in antimicrobial peptides?
cross-linking and excess proline
what are the two types of monocytes?
dendritic cells and macrophages
what are the two types of granulocytes?
neutrophils & mast cells
What are the two types of lymphocytes?
T-cell and B-cell
these are Characterized by stainable granules
neutrophils
these are Active phagocytes that do not enter tissues
neutrophils
these cells are Most often associated with allergic response
mast cells
tissue associated cells that are active in phagocytosis
macrophages
phagocytic cells that are more closely associated with presenting antigens to leukocytes
dendritic cells
what is the first response to infection?
inflammation
A group of approximately 30 soluble & membrane-bound proteins that recognizes immune complexes or cell surfaces of bacteria
Complement
which complement pathway requires an antibody?
classical pathway
marking/targeting of bacteria for destruction
opsonization
C3a is a mediator of _______
inflammation
C3b is a mediator of ________
opsonization