(6) Chap 43 – The Body Defenses -

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Helper T cells

  • attach to macrophage that has attacked an antigen

  • activates Cytotoxic T cells and Plasma B cells

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cytotoxic T cells

 attach to infected cells / Cancer Cells

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Plasma B cells

produce antibodies

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Memory B cells

 live a long time and can help produce other B cells

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What are antibodies?

A group of globular serum proteins called immunoglobulins

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Active immunity

Getting the disease – Immunizations (Vaccinations)

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Passive immunity

Antibodies transferred from one individual to another (pregnancy and breast feeding)

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What are the abnormal immune responses discussed in class

Allergies, autoimmune, and Immunodeficiency diseases

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Autoimmune Diseases

 immune system attacks own body (ALS, Arthritis)

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 Immunodeficiency Diseases

lowered immune system (AiDS)