Disease Immune System Review DO NOW

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The body's ability to destroy pathogens before they can cause disease is called:

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Immunity

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A protein produced by B cells of the immune system that destroys pathogens is called:

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Antibodies

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What attaches to antigens and tags the pathogen for destruction?

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Antibodies

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Which of the following statements is NOT true about antigens? They are the same for every pathogen.

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Antigens are unique to each pathogen.

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What is a preparation of dead or weakened pathogens that is introduced into the body to cause an immune response?

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Vaccine

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What are substances that trigger an immune response?

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Antigens

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What type of immune cell is responsible for producing antibodies?

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B cells

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What is the role of T cells in the immune response?

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T cells help to destroy infected cells and coordinate the immune response.

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What is the difference between active and passive immunity?

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Active immunity is developed through exposure to pathogens, while passive immunity is acquired through antibodies from another source.

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What is the inflammatory response?

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A protective response that involves increased blood flow and immune cell activity at the site of infection.