Quiz on Diseases of the Immune System

What is the primary function of antibodies?

• To regulate body temperature

• To produce energy for the body

• To fight disease

• To transport oxygen in the blood

Which of the following is NOT a component of the immune system?

• The spleen

• The thymus

• The liver

• Bone marrow

What condition does multiple sclerosis primarily affect?

• The digestive system

• The nervous system

• The respiratory system

• The circulatory system

What triggers an allergic reaction?

• A harmful virus

• A harmless substance

• A bacterial infection

• A genetic mutation

Which of the following is a severe reaction to an allergy?

• Severe chest tightness

• Watering eyes

• Sneezing

• Itchy mouth

What is the typical age range for diagnosing multiple sclerosis?

• 56 years and older

• 16-55 years

• 11-15 years

• 0-10 years

What type of disease is multiple sclerosis classified as?

• Metabolic disease

• Infectious disease

• Autoimmune disease

• Genetic disease

What is a common treatment for allergies?

• Chemotherapy

• Radiation therapy

• Medication to ease symptoms

• Surgery

Which of the following is a symptom of allergies?

• Severe chest pain

• Swelling of the face

• Loss of consciousness

• All of the above

What can severe allergy sufferers carry to help during a reaction?

• An adrenaline auto-injector

• A pain reliever

• A blood pressure monitor

• A thermometer