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A&P II - Human Lymphatic/Immune System

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what is the main function of the lymphatic system   to return interstitial fluid and leaked plasma proteins to the blood  
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what is lymph   lymph is interstitial fluid that has entered the lymphatic vessels  
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what area of the body drains into the right lymphatic duct   the right side of the head, neck, RUE, and upper right side of the trunk  
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where does the right lymphatic duct empty lymph   right subclavian vein  
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what lymph vessels drain into the thoracic duct   everything that does not empty into the right lymphatic duct (left side of upper body , lower trunk, and BLE)  
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where does the thoracic duct empty lymph into   left subclavian vein  
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lymphatic system is a (one-way/two-way) system with valves   the lymphatic system is a ONE-WAY system  
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(lymphatic/blood) capillaries have endothelial minivalves   lymphatic capillaries  
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why are mini-valves special?   they function as one-way gates that allow interstitial fluid to enter but not escape  
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during inflammation, what three things does lymph pick up along with interstitial fluid   cell debris, pathogens, and cancer cells  
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what do lymph nodes do wth cell debris, pathogens, anc cancer cells that are in the lymph   lymph nodes "examine" and cleanse the debris  
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where are lacteals located   the digestive tract  
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what are lacteals?   lacteals are specialized lymph capillaries in the digestive tract that absorb digested fat and deliver chyle to the blood  
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lymph vessels (do/do not) have valves   lymph vessels DO have valves  
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between lymph vessels and blood vessels, which ones anastomose more frequently   lymph vessels anastomose more frequently  
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more superficial lymph vessels follow (veins/arteries)   more superficial lymph vessels follow VEINS  
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what circulatory structure do deep lymph vessels tend to follow   deep lymph vessels tend to follow arteries  
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what is the term for the largest collecting lymphatic trunks   lymphatic ducts  
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there are two lymphatic ducts, name them   thoracic duct, right lymphatic duct  
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the right lymphatic duct drains what parts of the body   right upper limb, right side of the head, neck, thorax, and upper abdomen  
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what duct drains a majority of the body   thoracic duct drains most of the body  
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the lymphatic system (has/lacks) a pumping organ   the lymphatic system LACKS a pumping organ  
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in the lymphatic system, vessels are (high/low)-pressure   in the lymphatic system, vessels are LOW-pressure  
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how does lymph return blood to the heart   pulsations from nearby arteries , and contractions of smooth muscle in the walls of lymphatic vessels  
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what is the main white blood cell active in immune response   lymphocytes are the main white blood cells in lymphatic system  
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there are two types of lymphocytes, name them   T lymphocytes (T-Cells) and B Lymphocytes (B-Cells)  
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the T cells and B cells protect the body against ____________________   T cells and B cells protect the body against antigens  
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what is an antigen   an antigen is anything the body perceives as foreign  
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Bacteria, toxins, and Viruses (are/are not) considered to be antigens   Bacterial, toxins, and viruses ARE considered to be angtigens  
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Mismatched RBC's and Cancer cells (are/are not) considered to be angtigens   Mismatched RBC's and Cancer Cells ARE considered tobe antigens  
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(B/T) Cells manage the immune response   T Cells manage the immune response  
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what cells attack and destroy foreign cells   T cells attack and destroy foreign cells  
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which cells produce plasma cells that secrete antibodies   the B cells produce plasma cells, which secrete antibodies  
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_________________________ are secreted from the B Cells immobilize antigens   antibodies are secreted for the B cells and immobilize antigens  
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what are the principle lymphoid organs of the body   lymph nodes are the principle lymphoid organs of the body  
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where are lymph nodes located   they are embedded in connective tissue and clustered along lymphatic vessels  
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what are the three locations of the body where aggregations of the lymph nodes occur   the inguinal, axillary, and cervical  
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what are the two main functions of the lymph nodes   filtration and immune system activation  
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how do lymph nodes filter lymph   macrophages destroy microorganisms and debris  
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how does the lymph node activate the immune system   they monitor for antigens and mount an attack against them  
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what is the name of the fibrous inward extensions of the lymph nodes into compartments   trabeculae  
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what are the two histologically distinct regions of a lymph node   the cortex and the medulla  
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what is the largest lymphoid organ that is located right next to the stomach   spleen is the largest lymphoid organ  
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what is the name of blood vessels (artery and vein) that serve the spleen   the splenic artery and the splenic vein serve the spleen  
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where do the splenic artery and vein enter and exit the spleen   the enter and exit at the hilus  
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what are the three main functions of the spleen   1) site of lymphocyte proliferation, 2) immune surveillance & response, 3) cleans the blood  
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where are broken down components of RBC's stored for later use   spleen stores broken down components of RBC's  
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what cells in the spleen salvage and store iron   splenic macrophages store iron for later use  
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what is the site of erythrocyte production in a fetus   the spleen is the site of fetal erythrocyte prodution  
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where are platelets stored   platelets are stored in the spleen  
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what organ secretes thymosin and thymopoietin   thymus secretes thymosin and thymopoietin  
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what two hormones cause T lymphocytes to become immunocompetent   thymosin and thymopoietin help T lymphocytes become more immunocompetent  
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when is does the thymus increase in size and become most active   during childhood, the thymus increases in size and becomes most active  
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what organ stops growing during adolescence then gradually atrophies in adulthood   the thymus stops growing during adolescence then atrophies during adulthood  
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what lymphoid organ functions strictly in T cell maturation   thymus strictly functions in T cell maturation  
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what is the only lymphoid organ that does not directly fight antigens   the thymus is the only lymphoid organ that does not directly fight antigens  
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what are the simplest lymphoid organs   the tonsils are the simplest lymphoid organs  
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where are the palatine tonsils located   either side of the posterior end of the oral cavity  
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where are the lingual tonsils located   lingual tonsils are located at the base of the tongue  
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where is the pharyngeal tonsil located   the posterior wall of the nasopharynx  
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where are the tubal tonsils located   tubal tonsils surround the openings of hte auditory tubes into the pharynx  
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what histological lymphoid structures are included on the tonsils   follicles and germinal centers  
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the masses of tonsils (are/are not) fully encapsulated   the masses of tonsils ARE NOT fully encapsulated  
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what lymphoid organ contains blind-ended crypts formed by epithelial tissue that invaginates   tonsils have blind-ended crypts formed by epithelial tissue  
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what is the purpose of the blind-ended crypts on tonsils   the crypts of tonsils trap and destroy bacteria and other particulate matter  
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what are peyer's patches   peyer's patches are isolated clusters of lymphoid tissue in the digestive tract  
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what main structures of lymphatic tissue are found in the distal portion of the small intestine and appendix   peyer's patches  
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what is the purpose of lymphoid tissue, in the digestive tract   destroy bacteria and generated "memory" lymphocytes for long term immunity  
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what is MALT   mucosa-associated lymphatic tissue  
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what are some examples of MALT   peyer's patchs, tonsils, and appendix, lymphoid nodules in respiratory tract  
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what is the purpose of MALT   protect the G.I. and respiratory systems from foreign matter  
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viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites that are capable of living inside the body and causing harm are called ________________________   pathogens  
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which type of lymphocyte produces antibodies   B lymphocytes produce antibodies  
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the largest collection of lymphoid tissue in the body, which consists of red and white pulp and is found attached to the lateral boarder of the stomach   spleen  
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which type cell engulf pathogens and cell debris   phagocytes  
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which cells are involved in immunological surveillance   natural killer cells  
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a child is given a vaccine to polio. what form of immunity does this represent   artificially induced active immunity  
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what type of cell surface protein is found only on antigen-presenting cells ant lymphocytes and allows them to communicate with each othere   MHC II  
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what type of T Cell is responsible for seeking out and destroying abnormal or infected cells   cytotoxic T Cells seek out and destroy abnormal or infected cells  
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which antibody (Ig_____) is the first class of antibody to be secreted in response to an antigen and is a pentamer   IgM  
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AIDS is an example of _________________ (an immune complex disorder/a hypersensitivity/an immunodeficiency/an autoimmune disorder)   AIDS is an example of an immunodeficiency  
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The anatomical barriers and defense mechanisms that CANNOT distinguish one potential threat from another are called _______________   innate defenses  
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the three major components of the lymphatic system include the ____________________   lymphatic vessels, lymph, and lymphatic organs  
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lymphocytes that assist in the regulation and coordination of the immune response are ___________________________   helper T and suppressor T cells  
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normal lymphocyte populations are maintained through lymphopoiesis in the ________________ and the ____________________   lymphopoiesis is located in red bone marrow and the lymphatic tissue  
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mucous, sweat gland secretions, hairs, and sebaceous secretions all contribute to the effectiveness of which type of innate defense   mucous, sweat glands, hairs, and sebaceous secretions all contribute to physical barriers  
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what is the "first line" of cellular defense against pathogenic invasion   phagocytes  
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Natural Killer cells contain the perforin and protectin that provides a type of immunity called ___________________________   immunological surveillance  
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what are the two major ways that the body "carries out" the immune response to a specific antigen   direct attack by T cells and attack by circulating antibodies  
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an adaptive defense mechanism is always activated by _________________   an antigen  
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a cross-reaction following transfusion with an incompatible blood type is an example of which immune response   a cytotoxic reaction  
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before and antigen can stimulate a lymphocyte, it must first be processed by ___________________   macrophage must process an antigen prior to stimulating a lymphocyte  
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the T cells that limit the degree of immune system activation from a single stimulus are _____________________   suppressor T cells  
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an antibody exhibits a high degree of flexibility as a result of the interchangeability of the ____________________   variable segment  
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antibodies may promote inflammation through the stimulation of _________________ and _________________.   basophils and mast cells  
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the epitope site is the certain portion of the antigen's exposed surface where ________________________   the antibody attaches  
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For a B cell to be activated, it must ___________________________.   be bound by a helter T Cell at a class II MHC and bind an antigen to a surface antibody  
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the ability to demonstrate and immune response after exposure to an antigen is called ___________________   immunocompetence  
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A baby developing in the womb has _________________________ immunity because it receives _____________________ antibodies from its mother   naturally acquired passive immunity, receives IgG from mother  
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tissue fluid enters the lymphatic system via the _______________   fluid enters the lymphatic system via the lymph capillaries  
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when an antigen appears, the adaptive immune system response begins with ______________________   the activation of specific T cells and B cells  
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In what way do mast cells participate in tissue defense?   stimulation and coordination of inflammation by release of histamine and heparin  
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chemical mediators of inflammation include what 4 things   1) histamine, 2) heparin, 3) prostaglandins, and 4) complements  
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T cells that are activated by costimulation involving a class i MHC and CD8 makers are called _____________________   cytotoxic T cells are activated by costimulation involving a class I MHC and CD8  
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what type of cells do B lymphocytes differentiate into?   memory cells and plasma cells  
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______________ may activate B cells, whereas _______________ inhibit the activity of B cells   Helper T Cells activate B Cells, and suppressor T cells inhibit the B cells  
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the primary response of CD8 T cell differentiation in cell-mediated immunity is the production of ____________________ cells   cytotoxic T cells is the produced as the primary response of CD8 T cells differentiation  
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the vaccination of antigenic materials into the body is called   artificially induced active immunity  
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In passive immunity, (T and B cells/antigens/lymphocytes/antibodies) are introduced into the body by injection   antibodies  
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what is the lymphatic function of the white pulp of the spleen   initiation of immune response by B cells and T cells  
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the antibodies produced and secreted by B lymphocytes are soluble proteins called   immunoglobulins  
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the genes found in a region called the major histocompatibility complex are also called _____________________   human leukocyte antigens (HLAs)  
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memory B cells do NOT differentiate into plasma cells UNLESS they are _____________________   exposed to the same antigen a second time  
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The three-dimensional "fit" between the variable segments of the antibody molecule and the corresponding antigenic determinant site is referred to as_________________   the antibody-antigen complex  
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one of the primary nonspecific effects that glucocorticoids have on the immune response is ______________   depression of the inflammatory response  
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what type of nonspecific immunity mobilizes defenses and accelerates repairs   fever  
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what type of nonspecific immunity removes debris and pathogens   phagocytes  
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what type of the nonspecific immunity prevents the approach of and deny access to pathogens   physical barriers  
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what type of the nonspecific immunity attacks and breaks down target cell membranes, promoting phagocytosis   complement system  
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what type of the nonspecific immunity increases resistance of cells to viral infection   interferons  
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what type of nonspecific immunity destroys abnormal cells   immunological surveillance  
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what type of immunity is genetically determined, no prior exposure of antibody production involved   innate immunity  
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what is artificially induced active immunity   develops after administration of antigen to prevent disease  
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what is adaptive immunity   produced by exposure to an antigen not present at birth  
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what type of immunity develops after exposure to antigens in environment   naturally induced active immunity  
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what is innate immunity   genetically determined, no prior exposure or antibody production involved  
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what type of immunity is produced by transfer of antibodies from another person   artificially acquired passive immunity  
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what originates as blind pockets, may contain lymphocytes, and do not contain walls with cells not tightly bound together   lymph capillaries do not contain walls with cells  
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what is located in the mediastinum, this organ is largest in children but diminishes with age, and it is the site of T cell maturation   the thymus is large in children and diminishes with age and is the sit of T cell maturation  
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what organ contains both red and white pulp, this is a site for the removal of abnormal blood cells and is used to initiate responses by B and T cells   the spleen contain red/white pulp and is site of removal for abnormal cells  
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in the lymphatic system, which is the smallest of organs, having a diameter of up to 1-inch and containing afferent and efferent lymphatics   lymph nodes are 1 inch in diameter and have afferent and efferent lymphatics  
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most people have five of these structures, which are located in the oral, nasal and pharyngeal areas   there are five TONSILS located in the mouth, nasal and pharyngeal areasl  
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what does the term "tolerance" mean in the Immune system   tolerance is the ability of the immune system to ignore normal, self antigens while responding to foreign, nonself antigens  
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what does the term "versatility" mean in the immune system   the ability of the immune system to respond to tens of thousands of antigens by producing an enormous number of lymphocyte populations, each with sensitivity to a unique set of antigens  
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what term describes the ability of the immune system to produce a response to a particular antigen and no other. This is a results of the ability to activate specific lymphocytes   specificity  
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what term best describes the immune system's ability to "remember" specific antigens through the production of memory cells, which are produced after an initial exposure to an antigen   memory  
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which cells realign it's golgi Apparatus to secrete perforins causing lysis of cancerous or virus-infected cells   natural killer cells realign their golgi apparatus and release perforins  
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____________________ are important in the resistance of tissues to viral infection   interferons are important in the resistance of tissues to viral infections  
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(lymph/blood plasma) contains more proteins than (lymph/blood plasma)   BLOOD PLASMA contains more proteins than LYMPH  
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Ig_________________ is the must abundant and diverse class of antibodies in the body   IgG is the most abundant and diverse class of antibodies in the body  
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what is a pathogens   a pathogen is any microscoping organism that causes diseases  
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which of the following are considered to be pathogens? (viruses/bacteria/fungi/parasites)   all of the options provided are considered to be pathogens  
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what is the ability to resist infection and disease   immunity is the ability to resist infection and disease  
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name the five components of the lymphatic system   lymph, lymphatic vessels, lymphoid tissue/organs, lymphoid cells  
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what is a fluid that is similar to plasma but lacks protiens   lymph is similar to plasma and has no proteins  
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the ____________________ carries lymph from peripheral tissues to veins   lymphatic vessels carry lymph from peripheral tissues to veins  
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where are lymphocytes produced   lymphocytes are produced in primary lymphoid tissues and organs (the red bone marrow and thymus)  
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where are lymphocytes activated   lymphocytes are activated in secondary lymphoid tissues and organs (tonsils, MALT, lymph nodes, spleen)  
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where are primary lymphoid tissues   red bone marrow and thymus are primary lymphoid tissue  
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what are secondary lymphoid tissue and organs   tonsils, Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid tissue, lymph nodes, and spleen  
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what is the lymphatic function of the primary lymphoid tissue   to produce lymphocytes  
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what part of the body carries interstitial fluid from the peripheral tissues back to the venous system   the lymphatic vessels carry interstitial fluid from peripheral tissues to venous system  
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what is lymph.   lymph is interstitial fluid that has entered the lymphatic vessels  
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name the four ways lymphatic capillaries differ from blood capillaries   1) lymph capillaries are closed at one end, 2) lymph capillaries have larger luminal diameters, 3) lymph capillaries have thinner walls, 4) lymph capillaries have flat/irregular outline in sectional view  
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what are lacteals   lacteals are specialized lymphatic capillaries in the small intestines  
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what is the purpose of lacteals   lacteals transport lipids from the digestive tract  
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lymphatic (vessels/capillaries) join together to form lymphatic trunks   lymphatic vessels form lymphatic trunks  
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how many lymphatic trunks are in the body and what are their names   there are two (2) lymphatic trunks in the body and they are called the thoracic duct and the Right Lymphatic duct  
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where does the thoracic duct start   the thoracic duct starts at the cisterna chyli  
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where does the thoracic duct empty lymph into   the thoracic duct empties into the left subclavian vein  
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where does the right lymphatic duct empty lymph into   empties into the right subclavian vein  
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when does lymphedema usually occur   lymphedema occurs when there is a blockage of lymph drainage  
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what is lymphhedema   lymphedema is severe swelling caused by a blockage in a lymph vessel  
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how does lymphedema affect the immune system   lymphedema affects the immune system functions  
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most lymphocytes are (stored/circulating)   most lymphocytes are STORED  
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about how many (in percent) are circulating   about 20-40 percent is circulating  
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where are germinal centers located?   germinal centers are located in lymphoid nodules  
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what occurs in Germinal Centers   germinal centers contain dividing lymphocytes  
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where are the 5 tonsils located   pharyngeal (adenoid) tonsil, twp palatine tonsils, and two lingual tonsils  
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what would you call inflammation of the tonsils   tonsillitis is the inflammation of the tonsils  
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which tonsils are usually the tonsils that have tonsilitis   usually the palatine tonsils get tonsillitis  
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what does MALT stand for   Mucosa-Associated Lymphoid Tissue  
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where is MALT mostly associated with what other system   MALT is mostly associated with the digestive system  
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where are aggregated lymphoid nodules located   aggregated lymphoid nodules are clustered deep to intestinal epithelial lining  
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what are aggregated lymphoid nodules mostly associated with   aggregated lymphoid nodules are part of MALT  
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the MALT organ, _________________ contains a mass of fused lymphoid nodules   appendix contains lymphoid nodules  
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where do blood vessels and nerves reach the lymph node   nerves and blood vessels reach the lymph node at the hilum  
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(afferent/efferent) lymphatics carry lymph from TO the lymph node   afferent lymphatics carry blood to the lymph node  
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(afferent/efferent) lymphatics carry blood AWAY from the lymph node   efferent carry blood away from the lymph node  
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where doe efferent lymphatics leave the lymph node   efferent lymphatics leave the lymph node at the hilum  
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what is in the lymph node cortex   B cells and germinal centers  
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what is area of the lymph node is dominated by T cells   paracortex is dominated by T cells  
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what are the two major functions of the lymph nodes   1) purify lymph prior to returning to blood circulation, 2) antigens released due to infection  
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what organ removes 99% of antigens   lymph nodes remove 99 % of antigens  
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the lymph nodes in what areas of the body will swell in response to infection   groin, axillae, and base ov neck  
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what is lymphadenopathy   chronic or excessive enlargement of lymph nodes  
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generally speaking, lymphadenopathy is a symptom of what two things   1) infections, or 2) certain cancers  
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what is located in the mediastinum and atrophies after puberty   the thymus is located in the mediastinum and atrophies after puberty  
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how does the atrophy of the thymus affect the immune system   thymus atrophy can diminish the effectiveness of the immune system  
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what is a hormone that is produced by the thymus   thymosin is produced by the thymus  
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what is the function of thymosin   thymosin promotes the development and maturation of T Cells  
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what are the three functions of the spleen   1) refomes abnormal blood cells and other abnormal components of blood, 2) stores iron from recycled RBC's, and 3) initiates immune responses of T and B Cells  
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what is a splenectomy   the removal of a severely ruptured spleen  
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what is the ability to resist and defend against infections organisms and other damaging substances   immunity is the ability to resist and defend against infections organisms and other damaging substances  
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what is resistance   resistance is the ability to maintain immunity  
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the body's reaction to infectious agents and other abnormal substances is ____________________________   immune response is the body's reaction to infectious agents  
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what are the two types of defenses   1) innate (nonspecific) defenses, and 2) Adaptive (Specific) defenses  
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(innate/adaptive) defenses always works the same way no matter what the pathogen   innate defenses always reacts the same way  
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(innate/adaptive) defenses protects against specific pathogens and always depends on activities of lymphocytes   adaptive defenses works against specific pathogens and depends on specific types of lymphocytes  
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of the two types of defenses which one develops after exposure to environmental hazards   adaptive (specific) develops after exposure to environmental hazards  
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adaptive defenses provide two types of immune responses, what are they   Humoral immunity and cellular immunity are both part of the adaptive immunity  
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what is lymphocyte production called   lymphocytopoiesis is the process of lymphocyte production  
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where does lymphocytopoiesis occur (name the tissues in order of T Cells)   Red Bone marrow, Thymus, and Peripheral lymphoid tissues  
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lymphocytopoiesis starts with the division of a ________________________ cell in the ____________________________   lymphocytopoiesis starts with the division of a HEMATOBLAST in the RED BONE MARROW  
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when a lymphoid stem cells stays in the red bone marrow helps to develop in the lymphoid stem cells develop   stromal cells help lymphoid stem cells develop in the red bone marrow  
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lymphoid stem cells that stay in the red bone marrow produce either ____________________ or _______________________   lymphoid cells that stay in the red bone marrow produce either NATURAL KILLER CELLS or B LYMPHOCYTES  
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what helps B Cells differentiate with exposure to __________________   interleukin-7  
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when a lymphoid stem cell migrates to the thymus , mature in an environment that is in the (presence/absence) of blood   lymphoid stem cells mature in the ABSENCE of blood in the thymus  
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when do T Cells in the Thymus differentiate   T Cells differentiate with exposure to Thymosin Hormones  
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which of the immune defenses cannot distinguish one pathogen from another   innate defenses cannot distinguish from one pathogen to another  
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physical barriers, phagocytes, immune surveillance and interferons are all examples of what type of immune defenses   physical barriers, phagocytes, immune surveillance and interferons are all examples of INNATE DEFENSES  
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Complement are (innate/adaptive) defenses   complements are INNATE defenses  
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inflammation is part of the (innate/adaptive) defenses   inflammation is an INNATE defense  
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fever is an example of what type of immune defense   fever is an example of INNATE defense  
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list some examples of physical barriers that help prevent pathogens from entering the body   skin, hair, epithelium of the GI and urinary tracts, secretions  
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(microphages/macrophages/both) are all phagocytes that are part of the innate defenses   both microphages and macrophages are phagocytic  
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what form of innate defenses engulf pathogens then destroy them with lysosomal enzymes   phagocytes engulf pathogens and destroy them with lysosomal activity  
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______________________ bind to pathogens so that other cells can destroy it   phagocytes bind to pathogens  
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_________________________ release toxic chemicals into interstitial fluid   phagocytes release toxic chemicals into interstitial fluids  
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Immune surveillance is carried out by _____________________________   natural killer cells participate with immune surveillance  
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once a natural killer is activated, how does it kill a pathogen   1) adhere to abnormal cells, 2) Golgi Apparatus realigns and produces vesicles containing perforins, 3) release perforins by exocytosis, 4) performins form pores in plasma membrane of abnormal cell causing lysis  
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what chemical is released by natural killers to help lysis abnormal cells   perforins  
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what is tumor specific antigens   tumor specific antigens are located on the cell membranes of cancer cells  
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what is immunological escape   the ability of some cancers cells to avoid detection of natural killer cells  
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how do natural killer cells kill viruses   an infected cell can produce abnormal proteins on the membrane allowing them to be easily identifiable by the NK Cells  
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_____________________ are small proteins that trigger the production of antiviral proteins and block replication in the body cells   interferons are small proteins that trigger production of anti viral protiens  
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interferons are a type of ____________________   interferons are a type of CYTOKINES  
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what are Cytokines   cytokines are chemical messengers that are released by tissue cells for immune response  
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