Practical Applications of Immunology Flashcards
1
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What is an antigen?
A
A substance that causes the body to produce specific antibodies.
2
Q
What is acquired immunity?
A
Immunity that develops over the course of one’s lifetime.
3
Q
What is humoral immunity?
A
Antibodies produced by B cells.
4
Q
What is cell mediated immunity?
A
Immunity involving T cells.
5
Q
What are the 4 types of acquired immunity?
A
NAAI is acquired from infection. NAPI is acquired from the placenta or breast feeding. AAAI is injected as a vaccine. AAPI is form the injection of antibodies.
