Module 9 - Immunology

Immunology is the study of and .

immune system and immunity

Immunity is the ability of an organism to __ infections.

resist

The two branches of immunity are immunity and immunity.

innate, adaptive

Innate immunity targets invading pathogens in a __ manner.

nonspecific

Adaptive immunity develops __ to invading pathogens.

memory

The human immune system involves three responses: __, __, and __.

tolerate, segregate, defend

Innate immunity is characterized by a __ response time, typically occurring within hours.

quick

Phagocytes include __, __, and __ cells.

neutrophils, macrophages, dendritic

The purpose of inflammation is to promote __.

healing

Acquired immunity is characterized by and .

humoral immunity, cell mediated immunity

Passive and natural acquired immunity is gained through __.

antibodies passed through breastmilk or placenta

B cells are activated when an antigen interacts with their __.

B cell receptor (BCR)