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MICR270 TESTED QUESTIONS WITH REVISED ANSWERS UPDATED function of antibodies - Answer-neutralization, opsonization, complement activation, effector cell activation basic structure of antibodies - Answer-2 light chains, 2 heavy chains, 1 antigen binding region, 1 FC difference in classes of antibodies - Answer-heavy chain variation creates different immune responses IgM - Answer-first to increase in immune response Activates compliment ampliflies inflammatory and adaptive response ...

MICR270 EXAM QUESTIONS WITH ALL CORRECT ANSWERS Natural Passive Immunity - Answer-o Acquired by the fetus or newborn from the mother. o Placental transfer of antibodies during pregnancy or breastfeeding. o Short-lived immunity (~6 months) o No immunological memory for the recipient. Artificial Passive Immunity - Answer-o Acquired by injection of serum containing antibodies. o Immunity is temporary. o No immunological memory for the recipient. Neutral Active Immunity - Answer-o Acqui...

MICR270 PRACTICE TEST QUESTIONS WITH VERIFIED ANSWERS What is the contraction phase? - Answer-After pathogens have been eliminated, apoptosis occurs to most activated lymphocytes Name the phases of the adaptive immune response? - Answer-ALEC Maldwin Antigen recognition Lymphocyte activation Elimination of pathogens Contraction Memory Why does the adaptive immune system need a process called antigen presentation? - Answer-Adaptive system has many specific cells, each able to recog...

This document provides a thorough and detailed overview of the intricate workings of the immune system. Designed to be both informative and accessible, it covers a wide array of topics, starting with the basic building blocks of immunity and progressing to more complex mechanisms and clinical implications. Key features and content highlights: Immune System Components: Detailed explanation of the cells, tissues, and organs that comprise the immune system, including the lymphatic system, bon...

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