Open QuestionSmall molecules that must combine with large proteins to become immunogenic are calleda. complete antigens,b. kinins,c. antigenic determinants,d. haptens.
Multiple ChoiceWhich of the following cell types are antigen-presenting cells (APCs). 1. Macrophages 2. Neutrophils 3. B cells 4. T cells 5.Plasma Cells
Open QuestionMark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct is to make a true statement.b. The secondary immune response is mediated by plasma cells.
Open QuestionAlthough the adaptive immune system has two arms, it has been said, 'no T cells, no immunity.' Explain.
Open QuestionMr. White developed neutropenia as a consequence of cancer chemotherapy, which destroyed much of his bone marrow. What other components of the immune system would be harmed by bone marrow destruction? Would you expect his hematocrit to be elevated or decreased? What effects would you expect to see from this change in hematocrit? (Connects to Chapter 19)
Open QuestionMr. James, an 80-year-old man, is grumbling about having to receive a flu shot every year. Flu viruses have a high mutation rate (undergo rapid genetic changes), which results in the appearance of new proteins on the flu virus's 'coat.' How does this help explain the need to get a flu shot each year?