Specific Acquired Immune System Flashcards
1
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Basophils
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Releases histamine; may promote development of T cells
2
Q
Eosinophils
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Kill antibody-coated parasites
3
Q
Neutrophils
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Stimulate inflammation; engulf and digest microorganisms
4
Q
Mast cells
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Release histamine when damaged
5
Q
Monocytes
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Develop into macrophages and dendritic cells
6
Q
Macrophages
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Engulf and digest microorganisms; activate T cells
7
Q
Dendritic cells
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Present antigens to T cells
8
Q
B lymphocytes
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Differentiate to form antibody-producing cells and memory cells
9
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T lymphocytes
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Kill virus-infected cells; regulate activities of other white blood cells
10
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Natural Killer Cells
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Attack and lyse virus-infected or cancerous body cells.
