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WorksheetsImmunotherapy Quiz
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Which of the following is an example of active immunotherapy?
Rabies immunoglobulin injection
Monoclonal antibody therapy
Cancer vaccines
Antivenom for snake bites
Convalescent plasma therapy
Passive immunotherapy provides:
Long-term immune memory
Immediate but short-lived immunity
Complete protection against all infections
A response that takes weeks to develop
A permanent cure for autoimmune diseases
Which of the following is NOT a form of passive immunotherapy?
Convalescent plasma therapy
Monoclonal antibody therapy
Administration of antitoxins
mRNA vaccines
Intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG)
Which statement about active immunotherapy is TRUE?
It involves injecting pre-formed antibodies
It provides instant immunity
It includes vaccines
It is only used for cancer treatment
It does not generate immune memory
A key advantage of active immunotherapy is:
Immediate immune protection
Short-term effectiveness
Generation of immune memory
No need for the immune system to respond
It is only useful against bacterial infections
Which of the following is an example of passive immunotherapy?
BCG vaccine
Diphtheria antitoxin
Cancer peptide vaccine
Tuberculosis screening test
mRNA vaccine for COVID-19
How are monoclonal antibodies produced?
By genetically modifying white blood cells
By cloning specific immune cells in a lab
By extracting plasma from vaccinated individuals
By synthesizing proteins from viruses
By using weakened bacteria
Which of the following is a disadvantage of passive immunotherapy?
It takes weeks to develop an immune response
It cannot be used for cancer treatment
It does not generate long-term immunity
It completely prevents infections
It works only for bacterial infections
What is the main purpose of convalescent plasma therapy?
To generate an immune memory
To provide specific antibodies against an infection
To stimulate T-cell production
To suppress autoimmunity
To deliver genetic material
What type of immunity is provided by a vaccine?
Passive natural immunity
Active artificial immunity
Passive artificial immunity
Active natural immunity
Innate immunity
Which of the following diseases is commonly treated with monoclonal antibodies?
Diabetes
Rheumatoid arthritis
Tuberculosis
Influenza
Malaria
Which immunotherapy is most commonly used for allergies?
Vaccination
Monoclonal antibody therapy
Antihistamines
Allergen immunotherapy (desensitization)
Chemotherapy
What is the major benefit of active immunotherapy over passive immunotherapy?
It works immediately
It provides lifelong immunity
It requires fewer doses
It is effective against all diseases
It does not involve the immune system
What is a major risk of passive immunotherapy?
Autoimmune response
Immune suppression
Antibody rejection or allergic reactions
Overproduction of white blood cells
Increased risk of genetic mutation
What kind of immunity does a newborn receive from breast milk?
Passive natural immunity
Active natural immunity
Active artificial immunity
Passive artificial immunity
Innate immunity
Which of the following therapies is NOT considered an immunotherapy?
Checkpoint inhibitors
Chemotherapy
Cancer vaccines
Monoclonal antibodies
Adoptive cell therapy
What is the primary function of immune checkpoint inhibitors?
To block immune suppression by tumors
To provide passive antibodies
To eliminate all white blood cells
To enhance bacterial infections
To replace damaged organs
Which of the following best defines active immunotherapy?
Administration of pre-made antibodies
The body produces its own immune response
Temporary immunity
Immediate immune protection
Treatment with antivenom
What is the primary mechanism of action of passive immunotherapy?
Stimulating the immune system to produce antibodies
Directly providing antibodies or immune cells
Enhancing the immune system's ability to recognize pathogens
Boosting the production of immune cells
Inhibiting viral replication
Which of the following is an example of passive immunotherapy?
CAR-T cell therapy
HPV vaccine
Rituximab (monoclonal antibody)
Immune checkpoint inhibitors
Cancer vaccines
What is a common use of active immunotherapy in cancer treatment?
To directly kill cancer cells using monoclonal antibodies
To stimulate the immune system to recognize and attack cancer cells
To provide immediate immune support in cancer patients
To supply antibodies directly to the bloodstream
To neutralize toxins produced by cancer cells
Which of the following is a limitation of passive immunotherapy?
It provides long-term immunity
It requires the patient’s immune system to be activated
It can cause allergic reactions or immune responses against the antibodies
It stimulates the production of immune cells
It works best in patients with strong immune systems
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of active immunotherapy?
Long-lasting immune responses
Stimulation of the body’s immune system
Immediate immune protection
Creation of immune memory
Used in cancer and infectious disease treatments
Which of the following types of therapy is based on providing pre-made antibodies?
Active immunotherapy
Antivenom therapy
Cancer vaccines
Immune checkpoint inhibitors
Gene therapy
Which of the following is an example of an active immunotherapy vaccine?
Antivenom
Rituximab
HPV vaccine
Immunoglobulin therapy
Tetanus immunoglobulin
How does the immune system respond to active immunotherapy?
It produces ready-made antibodies for immediate use.
It activates T-cells and B-cells to respond to the pathogen or tumor.
It suppresses the body's immune response.
It prevents the disease from entering the body.
It blocks the virus from replicating.
What is the main goal of passive immunotherapy in treating infections like COVID-19?
To increase the body’s natural immune response
To provide immediate immune protection through the use of antibodies
To enhance the body's ability to produce its own antibodies
To stimulate the production of immune cells
To activate memory cells in the immune system
Which is a major advantage of active immunotherapy over passive immunotherapy?
Immediate protection
Short-term effect
Long-lasting immunity
Requires less medical intervention
Less expensive
What type of antibody is often used in passive immunotherapy?
Natural antibodies
Monoclonal antibodies
Memory antibodies
IgM antibodies
Polyclonal antibodies
HLA matching is critical for which medical procedure?
Hemodialysis
Chemotherapy
Organ transplantation
MRI scanning
Bone fracture treatment
Which of the following diseases is associated with HLA-DR3?
Rheumatoid arthritis
Type 1 diabetes
Sickle cell anemia
Cystic fibrosis
HLA molecules present antigens to T cells via which receptor?
B-cell receptor (BCR)
Toll-like receptor (TLR)
T-cell receptor (TCR)
Fc receptor
Complement receptor
What is the main function of Human Leukocyte Antigen (HLA)?
Regulating blood pressure
Producing hormones
Presenting antigens to immune cells
Storing genetic information
Carrying oxygen in the blood
Which class of HLA molecules presents antigens to cytotoxic T cells?
Class I
Class II
Class III
Class IV
Class V
HLA Class II molecules are primarily found on which type of cells?
Muscle cells
Red blood cells
Immune cells
Brain cells
Skin cells
What chromosome contains the genes for the HLA system?
Chromosome 1
Chromosome 6
Chromosome 10
Chromosome 12
Chromosome 21
Which of the following HLA molecules is a Class I molecule?
HLA-DR
HLA-B
HLA-DP
HLA-DQ
HLA-DRB1
Which of the following diseases is associated with specific HLA alleles?
Diabetes type 2
Malaria
Rheumatoid arthritis
Common cold
Asthma
What is the function of Class II HLA molecules?
Present antigens to cytotoxic T cells
Present antigens to helper T cells
Regulate blood sugar levels
Bind to insulin
Form red blood cells
Which HLA class is involved in organ transplant compatibility?
Class I
Class II
Both Class I and Class II
Class III
None of the above
Which type of immune cell does Class I HLA molecules present antigens to?
B cells
Helper T cells
Cytotoxic T cells
Natural killer cells
Dendritic cells
What is the relationship between HLA and autoimmune diseases?
HLA alleles can increase susceptibility to autoimmune diseases
HLA genes prevent autoimmune diseases
HLA does not affect autoimmune diseases
HLA directly causes autoimmune diseases
HLA genes are unrelated to immunity
Which is an example of an autoimmune disease associated with HLA?
Lupus
Tuberculosis
Cholera
Influenza
Pneumonia
What type of cells express Class I HLA molecules?
Only immune cells
Only red blood cells
Most nucleated cells
Only muscle cells
Only kidney cells
In which of the following processes is HLA involved?
Oxygen transport
Immune response to pathogens
Regulation of body temperature
Blood clotting
Digestion of food
Which of the following HLA alleles is commonly associated with the risk of developing Type 1 diabetes?
HLA-A2
HLA-B27
HLA-DR3
HLA-DQ6
HLA-DRB1
What does the "MHC" in MHC molecules stand for?
Major Histocompatibility Complex
Membrane Heterogeneity Complex
Major Hemoglobin Complex
Molecular Histone Complex
Membrane Hemoglobin Complex
What is the main purpose of antigen presentation by HLA molecules?
To increase blood flow to tissues
To activate immune cells
To store energy in cells
To form a protective barrier in tissues
To regulate body temperature
HLA polymorphism contributes to which characteristic of the immune system?
Genetic similarity
Antigenic diversity
Immune tolerance
Blood clotting efficiency
Muscle strength
Which of these diseases has been linked to a specific HLA-B allele?
Tuberculosis
Celiac disease
Rheumatoid arthritis
Multiple sclerosis
Asthma
What is a major risk of mismatched HLA molecules in organ transplants?
Infections
Rejection of the transplanted organ
Increased blood pressure
Decreased immunity
Tumor formation
In which type of cells would you NOT find Class I HLA molecules?
Skin cells
Brain cells
Red blood cells
Muscle cells
Kidney cells
What is the main difference between HLA Class I and Class II molecules?
Class I presents antigens to cytotoxic T cells, while Class II presents to helper T cells
Class I molecules are found only in immune cells, while Class II are found on all cells
Class II molecules are smaller than Class I molecules
Class I molecules require oxygen for function
Class II molecules bind to DNA
Which of the following is NOT a function of HLA molecules?
Activating immune responses
Presenting foreign antigens
Regulating insulin production
Maintaining self-tolerance
Facilitating immune recognition of pathogens
What type of immune response involves HLA molecules?
Innate immunity
Adaptive immunity
Both innate and adaptive immunity
Passive immunity
Which of these molecules does NOT belong to the HLA system?
HLA-A
HLA-B
HLA-C
HLA-M
HLA-DR
What does the HLA system help to distinguish between?
Friendly and harmful bacteria
Human and non-human cells
Oxygen-rich and oxygen-poor blood
Normal and tumor cells
Different types of viruses
How are HLA genes inherited?
Through mitochondrial DNA
Through both parents
Only from the mother
Randomly, without parental influence
Through epigenetic modification
HLA Class I molecules present antigens from which source?
Extracellular bacteria
Viruses and intracellular pathogens
Fungi
Allergens
Parasites
The role of HLA in immune response is to:
Secrete antibodies
Present antigens to T cells
Produce cytokines
Activate B cells directly
Prevent phagocytosis
Which type of antigen is presented by HLA Class II molecules?
Viral proteins
Tumor antigens
Extracellular bacterial peptides
Self-antigens
Lipids
Which of the following best describes HLA polymorphism?
One variant per population
Multiple alleles in a population
No variation in genes
Single allele dominance
HLA genes mutate frequently
Which of the following is the primary function of the complement system?
T-cell activation
Enhancing antibody production
Cell lysis and pathogen clearance
Regulation of blood pressure
Stimulation of B-cells
What initiates the classical pathway of the complement system?
Binding of mannan-binding lectin to carbohydrates
Antigen-antibody complexes
Spontaneous activation of C3
Factor D activation
Release of histamine
Which of the following diseases is most closely associated with C3 deficiency?
Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE)
Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome (aHUS)
Recurrent bacterial infections
Hereditary angioedema
Macular degeneration
The lectin pathway of the complement system is triggered by:
Mannose-binding lectin binding to pathogen surfaces
Activation of C3 by antibodies
The binding of C1 to immune complexes
Spontaneous cleavage of C3
Activation of C5
Which of the following is true regarding the alternative pathway of the complement system?
It requires antibodies to activate
It is constantly active at low levels
It only activates in response to bacterial pathogens
It directly activates C5
It is dependent on C1 esterase inhibitor
A patient with recurrent episodes of swelling in the face and throat without urticaria likely has:
Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria
Hereditary angioedema
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome
Hyperimmunoglobulin E syndrome
Which complement protein is responsible for opsonizing pathogens?
C3b
C1q
C5a
C2
CD59
Which of the following is a characteristic of C3 deficiency?
Recurrent infections with encapsulated bacteria
Inflammatory bowel disease
Hereditary angioedema
Decreased serum C4 levels
Autoimmune hemolytic anemia
Which complement component is cleaved into C3a and C3b?
C3
C4
C5
C1
Factor D
Complement proteins are primarily produced by:
Lymphocytes
Liver cells
Neutrophils
Macrophages
Platelets
The complement system helps the immune system by:
Attacking pathogens directly
Producing insulin
Breaking down fats
Synthesizing vitamins
Controlling heart rate
Which of the following is NOT a function of the complement system?
Opsonization
Cell lysis
Antibody production
Inflammation
Clearance of immune complexes
Which complement pathway is primarily triggered by antigen-antibody complexes?
Classical pathway
Alternative pathway
Lectin pathway
Terminal pathway
Non-classical pathway
What is the central component of all complement pathways?
C1
C3
C4
C5
Factor D
Which of the following is responsible for forming the Membrane Attack Complex (MAC)?
C1q
C3a and C5a
C5-C9
Factor H
C2 and C4
Which component initiates the lectin pathway?
C1q
Mannose-binding lectin (MBL)
Factor B
C5b
Properdin
Patients with terminal complement component deficiency should receive which vaccination?
Influenza vaccine
MMR vaccine
Meningococcal vaccine
Hepatitis B vaccine
Diphtheria vaccine
Which of the following is NOT a complement-mediated disease?
Systemic lupus erythematosus
Atypical hemolytic uremic syndrome
Hereditary angioedema
Chronic granulomatous disease
Paroxysmal nocturnal hemoglobinuria
What does the membrane attack complex (MAC) do?
Activates B cells
Leads to the destruction of pathogens
Produces antibodies
Recruits neutrophils
Stimulates cytokine production
Which of the following is NOT a function of the complement system?
Inflammation
Opsonization
T cell activation
Phagocytosis of pathogens
Lysis of pathogens
Which of the following is NOT a consequence of complement activation?
Inflammation
Phagocytosis of pathogens
Formation of a clonal antibody response
Lysis of target cells
Opsonization of pathogens
Which of the following cells does the complement system primarily target for destruction?
Virus-infected cells
Red blood cells
Bacteria
T lymphocytes
Endothelial cells
What happens if C3 is completely deficient?
Increased susceptibility to viral infections
Deficient phagocytosis and increased bacterial infections
Increased cytokine production
Enhanced T-cell activity
No effect on immunity
How is the classical complement pathway activated?
Direct recognition of bacteria
Antigen-antibody complex formation
Spontaneous activation on pathogen surfaces
Mannose-binding lectin (MBL) binding
Interaction with T cells
The function of C3 convertase is to:
Directly lyse pathogens
Convert C3 into C3a and C3b
Initiate cytokine release
Activate CD8+ T cells
Inhibit complement activation
The final step in complement activation leads to:
Phagocytosis
Inflammation
Membrane Attack Complex (MAC) formation
Cytokine secretion
Antibody production
Which immunoglobulin is most effective at activating complement?
IgA
IgE
IgG
IgM
IgD
Which organ clears complement immune complexes?
Brain
Heart
Spleen
Kidneys
Pancreas
Which of the following is a consequence of complement activation?
Enhanced phagocytosis
Destruction of host cells
Decreased blood flow
Inhibition of B cells
Suppression of inflammation
Which of the following tests is most commonly used to quantify antigens in a sample?
Western blot
Direct ELISA
Immunofluorescence
Flow cytometry
PCR
What is the principle of ELISA?
Detection of antigen-antibody complexes using an enzyme
Detection of nucleic acids
Separation of proteins by electrophoresis
Measurement of light scattering
Use of radioisotopes to detect interactions
Which test is used for confirmatory diagnosis of HIV?
Rapid antigen test
Western blot
Hemagglutination test
Indirect ELISA
PCR
Which of the following techniques uses fluorescence-labeled antibodies?
RIA
Nephelometry
Immunofluorescence
Latex agglutination
Competitive ELISA
Which test detects antigen by immobilizing it between two antibodies?
Indirect ELISA
Direct ELISA
Sandwich ELISA
Flow cytometry
RIA
Which test is commonly used for rapid antigen detection at the point of care?
Western blot
Immunochromatographic assay
PCR
Indirect ELISA
Turbidimetry
What is the main advantage of RIA over ELISA?
Lower sensitivity
Use of radioactive isotopes
Faster turnaround time
Requires simpler equipment
No antigen-antibody reaction involved
Which test is used in blood typing?
Sandwich ELISA
Hemagglutination
RIA
Nephelometry
Immunoblot
Which test uses light scattering to measure antigen-antibody complexes?
Turbidimetry
ELISA
PCR
Western blot
Flow cytometry
What is the primary application of flow cytometry?
Protein separation
Quantification of cellular markers
DNA amplification
Detecting radioisotopes
Measuring enzyme activity
Which of the following detects antigen-antibody interactions using latex beads?
Immunochromatographic assay
ELISA
Latex agglutination test
Flow cytometry
PCR
In a competitive ELISA, how is antigen concentration determined?
Directly proportional to signal
Inversely proportional to signal
Based on light scattering
Through radioactivity measurement
By antigen migration on a strip
Which test is preferred for quantifying immunoglobulin levels?
RIA
Nephelometry
Western blot
PCR
ELISA
What is the key advantage of immunochromatographic assays?
High specificity
Long processing time
Requirement of advanced laboratory equipment
Rapid results
Use of radioisotopes
Which type of ELISA is best suited for detecting antibodies in patient serum?
Direct ELISA
Indirect ELISA
Sandwich ELISA
Competitive ELISA
Lateral flow assay
Which diagnostic method is primarily used for viral load quantification?
Hemagglutination
ELISA
PCR
Western blot
Turbidimetry
What is the main function of a secondary antibody in indirect ELISA?
Directly binding the antigen
Enhancing fluorescence
Binding to primary antibodies
Binding to a membrane
Detecting nucleic acids
Which test can differentiate various protein bands?
PCR
Western blot
Indirect ELISA
Nephelometry
Flow cytometry
Which type of ELISA is most useful for detecting small molecules like hormones?
Indirect
Sandwich
Competitive
Direct
None of the above
Which test requires a fluorescence microscope for result interpretation?
Immunofluorescence assay
Hemagglutination test
Western blot
ELISA
PCR
What does RIA stand for?
Rapid Immunoassay
Radioimmunoassay
Reactive Immunoassay
Recombinant Immunoassay
Reverse Immunoassay
Which of the following is NOT an antigen-detection test?
ELISA
Western blot
PCR
Hemagglutination
Gram Staining
Which test is widely used to confirm syphilis?
RIA
Western blot
ELISA
Agglutination test
PCR
What is a key advantage of PCR over antigen detection?
Higher specificity
Lower cost
Detects antibodies
Less technical expertise needed
Slower processing time
What is used as a signal detection system in ELISA?
Radioactive isotopes
Enzymes
Fluorescent dyes
Light scattering
DNA probes
What type of ELISA is best for detecting cytokines in a biological sample?
Indirect
Direct
Sandwich
Competitive
What is the main purpose of a positive control in an ELISA test?
To amplify DNA
To ensure test validity
To remove background noise
To detect antibodies
To measure enzyme activity
Which test would be used for detecting autoimmune disorders?
PCR
ELISA
Hemagglutination
Flow cytometry
RIA
What is the advantage of Western blot over ELISA?
Faster results
More quantitative data
Higher specificity
Requires less equipment
Uses fluorescence instead of enzymes
Which test detects antigen-antibody interactions by visual clumping?
ELISA
Agglutination test
PCR
Flow cytometry
RIA
Which method is most commonly used to quantify viral RNA in an infection?
Western blot
qPCR
ELISA
Hemagglutination assay
Flow cytometry
What is the main advantage of digital PCR (dPCR) over qPCR?
Faster processing
More affordable
Absolute quantification of viral DNA/RNA
Requires less sample preparation
Less sensitive
Which assay is used to measure the number of infectious virus particles in a sample?
qPCR
ELISA
Viral plaque assay
Western blot
Hemagglutination assay
Which method is based on measuring virus-induced cell lysis?
PCR
ELISA
Focus forming assay
Plaque assay
Flow cytometry
What does TCID₅₀ measure?
Viral RNA copies
Number of antibodies
Virus concentration that infects 50% of cultured cells
Virus protein expression
Viral genome sequencing
What is the primary advantage of RT-LAMP over qPCR?
Higher accuracy
Faster and simpler operation
Lower specificity
Requires a thermal cycler
Uses radioactivity
Which virus quantification test is used for influenza virus using red blood cells?
ELISA
Hemagglutination assay
Plaque assay
qPCR
Western blot
Which method is commonly used to determine viral load in HIV patients?
Western blot
Hemagglutination assay
qPCR
ELISA
Plaque assay
What is the role of fluorescent probes in qPCR?
Detect and quantify viral nucleic acids
Measure viral proteins
Visualize infected cells
Bind to antibodies
Increase sample volume
What is the major limitation of ELISA for viral quantification?
Cannot detect viral antigens
Cannot differentiate live from dead virus
Requires advanced equipment
Very slow
Only works for DNA viruses
Which of the following quantifies viral genome copies per milliliter of blood?
qPCR
Western blot
ELISA
Hemagglutination
Plaque assay
Which virus quantification method does NOT require cell culture?
Plaque assay
TCID₅₀
qPCR
Focus forming assay
ELISA
Which virus quantification method uses fluorescence microscopy?
Western blot
qPCR
Focus forming assay
Hemagglutination
TCID₅₀
Which test is used for next-generation sequencing (NGS) of viruses?
PCR
ELISA
Nanopore sequencing
Plaque assay
Hemagglutination
How does the immune system typically respond to acute HIV infection?
With a strong, specific immune response that clears the virus
With a mild response that allows the virus to replicate easily
By producing no detectable antibodies
With an overwhelming inflammatory response
By completely shutting down immune activity
Which of the following best describes the mechanism of action of protease inhibitors?
They inhibit the replication of HIV by targeting reverse transcriptase.
They prevent the viral RNA from being integrated into the host genome.
They block the HIV virus from entering the host cell.
They prevent the maturation of new HIV virions by inhibiting protease activity.
They neutralize the HIV virus in the bloodstream.
Which of the following is a feature of HIV-2 compared to HIV-1?
HIV-2 is more easily transmitted.
HIV-2 causes AIDS more rapidly than HIV-1.
HIV-2 has a longer asymptomatic phase.
HIV-2 infects a broader range of cells.
HIV-2 is resistant to all treatments.
What happens during HIV’s "acute retroviral syndrome" (ARS)?
The virus becomes dormant in the body.
The immune system clears the virus completely.
The individual experiences flu-like symptoms as the immune system responds.
There is a long asymptomatic period.
HIV causes neurological damage.
Which of the following is a major concern for HIV-positive pregnant women?
Increased risk of autoimmune disease
Risk of transmitting HIV to the baby
Reduced viral load due to pregnancy hormones
Increased immunity to other diseases
Inability to breastfeed
Which of the following is NOT an opportunistic infection associated with AIDS?
Tuberculosis
Pneumocystis pneumonia
Candida albicans infection
Herpes simplex virus reactivation
Rheumatic fever
What is the main goal of active immunotherapy?
To provide immediate immunity
To stimulate the body's own immune system
To transfer pre-formed antibodies
To use antibiotics to fight infections
To replace damaged immune cells
