Describe how the skin and mucous membranes play an integral role in helping the body protect itself against infection.

Q: Describe some specific clinical applications of cytokinetherapies.

A: The immune system of the body protects the individual from the attack of external pathogens. The…

Q: Inflammation is often spoken of as something to be avoided. However, inflammation is really part of…

A: Answer :  Q1.  Acute inflammation  Chronic inflammation  It has a rapid onset.  It has late or…

Q: List the main functions of each of the B, T, NK cells.

A: Humans have a well-developed immune system for defending the body from infections. It consists of…

Q: Describe the three main functions of the complementsystem.

A: Introduction  Immune cells are very crucial for our health as they protect our body from the foreign…

Q: List the sequence of events in an inflammatory response and describe each step.

A: Inflammatory responses can be defined as a complex sequence of events induced by tissue damage by…

Q: Define phagocytosis and identify which cells serve this function.

A: Endocytosis is a cellular process in which substances are brought into the cell. The material to be…

Q: Explain the mechanism of how inflammation takes part in different diseases? Explain this at your own…

A: Inflammation is the process in which the white blood cells protect from infections. The…

Q: Explain the role of phagocytic cells in wound healing.

A: Phagocytic cells are a type of cell that engulfs and destroys foreign particles or pathogens. These…

Q: Why is iron availability important in body defenses?

A: The cells of the immune system are categorized as neutrophils, lymphocytes, and monocytes. The…

Q: Describe how the immune system distinguishes foreign cells from cells deemed as self.

A: Our immune system is capable of protecting our body from foreign agents like germs, bacteria,…

Q: Describe how the skin and mucus membranes help to prevent infection

A: The skin forms the largest organ in the body of an organism. It has the area of approximately 20…

Q: explain the concepts of inflammation

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Q: Explain how inflammation takes part in different diseases. Briefly explain this at your own words

A: The disease is defined as any deviation from the structural and functional state of the human being.…

Q: What physical and chemical factors provide protection from disease in the skin and mucous membranes?

A: Introduction: The disease is a specific irregular condition that adversely influences the design or…

Q: Describe transferrins and dendritic cells in fighting off infection

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Q: Describe the role of macrophages in activating the specific immune response to antigens.

A: Macrophages can be defined as the type of special cells which is part of the innate immune system.…

Q: Describe the complement system and explain its functions.

A: The complement system is a part of our immune system that complements the abilities of antibodies…

Q: How many types of “foreign molecules” (use the proper term where needed) does each cell recognize?…

A: Antigens can be classified according to their source: Antigens from outside the body Exogenous…

Q: The following provide physical innate protection: hair, mucus, tears, and -O B & T cells macrophages…

A: Macrophages are the phagocytic cells that engulf antigens, dead cells, and foreign bodies.  B and T…

Q: Describe the immune cells involved in body defense

A: The immune system is a body's organ system that protects the body against any pathogen that might…

Q: Homeostasis is essential for health and survival. Describe several ways in which infection may…

A: Homeostasis can be defined as the ability of the body to maintain a steady internal environment.…

Q: Explain the relationship between antigens and immunity.

A: Introduction  Immunity: it is the capability of our body to fight against the diseases. This is done…

Q: What amino acid residues are phosphorylated on the intracellular domain of a VEGFR? Glutamic Acid…

A: VEGFR: VEGF receptors are vascular endothelial growth factor receptors (VEGF). VEGFR is divided into…

Q: Summary of the role of the innate system in defense against invading pathogens.

A: The innate immune system is the body's first line of defense against pathogens entering the body.

Q: Discuss the role of the innate immune response against pathogens

A: Innate immunity is also called non-specific immunity. It is one of the two main immunity seen in…

Q: Explain how phagocytes kill pathogens.

A: Phagocytes are the cells which protects the body by the process of ingesting the harmful foreign…

Q: define pathogen and immune system;

A: The infectious organism that has the ability to cause disease is termed a pathogen. Pathogens are…

Q: Kayla is a medical assistant working in a pediatrician’s office. Mrs. Meghan brings her daughter…

A: Pathogens are disease causing organisms and agents that invade a body and causes the disease.…

Q: Define interferons

A: The immune system is a protective mechanism of the human body to fight against foreign particles…

Q: Which is NOT a role of sebum in the innate immune system. Group of answer choices dehydrates…

A: Sebaceous glands are present on the skin. The glands are mostly present on the chin, forehead and…

Q: Classify immune cells as phagocytes, cytotoxic cells or antigen presenting cells

A: Introduction: The lymphoreticular system is responsible for immune response, and it comprises…

Q: suppose than individual's arm is cut, and because of this injury, bacteria are able to gain entry to…

A: When it comes to protecting the body then immune system is the system that acts as defense mechanism…

Q: Describe innate immunity.

A: Immunity is the ability of the body to fight against the antigen or pathogenic substances by…

Defense Mechanism

Circumstances influence and compel people to behave in a certain way. One such behavior is a defense mechanism. It is employed by people to escape from unpleasant circumstances, thoughts and actions. Defense mechanisms are, thus, psychological strategies that help to avert and avoid unwanted feelings such as guilt or shame and situations such as threat and danger.