Innate Immunity

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What is innate immunity?

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Innate immunity is the body's first line of defense against pathogens, providing a non-specific response to infections.

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Name a key component of the innate immune system.

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Macrophages are a key component of the innate immune system, responsible for engulfing and destroying pathogens.

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What are physical barriers in innate immunity?

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Physical barriers include skin, mucous membranes, and tears that prevent pathogens from entering the body.

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What is the role of macrophages in innate immunity?

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Macrophages identify, engulf, and destroy pathogens as part of the innate immune response.

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How does the innate immune system differ from the adaptive immune system?

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The innate immune system is non-specific and responds quickly, while the adaptive immune system is specific and takes longer to develop.

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What is the first line of defense in the innate immune system?

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The skin is considered the first line of defense in the innate immune system.

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What are some examples of innate immune responses?

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Examples include inflammation, fever, and coughing.

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What is inflammation?

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Inflammation is a response to injury or infection characterized by redness, heat, swelling, and pain.

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What is the significance of fever in innate immunity?

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Fever helps to inhibit the growth of pathogens and enhances the immune response.

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What type of immunity do antibodies provide?

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Antibodies provide adaptive immunity, not innate immunity.