White Blood Cells B5- Disease Flashcards
1
Q
What are the 2 ways white blood cells can defend against pathogens ?
A
They can engulf pathogens
Pathogens is then digested
2
Q
What can white blood cells produce?
A
Antibodies
Anti toxing
3
Q
What do antibodies do ?
A
These attach to the antigens on the pathogen .
This causes the pathogens to clump together , making it easier to engulf them .
4
Q
What do anti toxins do ?
A
They neutralise the harmful effects of toxins produced by bacteria / fungi.
5
Q
What are white blood cells?
A
White blood cells are from the immune system that are protecting the body against infectious disease and to stop infection.
