types of immunity Flashcards
1
Q
describe the innate immunity
A
defense system you are born with
2
Q
what does innate immunity involve
A
(natural/genetic immunity) natural barriers to keep harmful
pathogens from entering
3
Q
what type of response does innate immunity have
A
rapid response (immediate) (inflammatory)
4
Q
describe adaptive (acquired) immunity
A
involves specialized immune cells & antibodies
that attack & destroy foreign invaders
5
Q
what type of response does adaptive (acquired) immunity have
A
slower response
6
Q
how many lines of defenses does innate immunity have
A
1st and 2nd line defense
