Mark the following statements as true or false. If a statement is false, correct it to make a true statement.




b. Phagocytic cells of innate immunity include NK cells and basophils.

What seven defenses, present at birth, provide the body with the defensive capability known as innate (nonspecific) immunity?

Capillary permeability increases and plasma proteins leak into the interstitial fluid as part of the inflammatory process. Why is this desirable?

The most beneficial effect of fever is that it (a) inhibits the spread of some bacteria and viruses, (b) increases the metabolic rate by up to 10 percent, (c) stimulates the release of pyrogens, (d) achieves a and b.

Multiple ChoiceMore than one choice may apply.Chemical mediators of inflammation includea. interferon.b. complement.c. histamine.d. antibodies.

Which cells do NOT have a direct role in phagocytosis?

The first step in inflammation is __________.