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Inflammation mediators include:
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histamine.
kinins. prostaglandins. |
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The most numerous type of phagocyte is the
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neutrophil.
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An immunoglobulin, or antibody molecule, consists of
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two heavy and two light polypeptide chains
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The antibody normally constituting the highest percentage of antibodies in the blood is
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IgG.
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The complement system can be activated by
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the binding of complement protein 1 to the complement-binding site on the antibody molecule.
the binding of complement protein 3 to bacteria or viruses in the presence of properdin. nonspecific immune mechanisms. |
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examples of nonspecific immunity
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species resistance.
phagocytosis. mechanical and chemical barriers. |
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The body's first line of defense is
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the skin.
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The antibody commonly found in tears and saliva is
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IgA.
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The antibody associated with allergic reaction is
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IgE.
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The major class of antibody present in the mucous membranes of the body is
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IgA.
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The predominant antibody of a secondary response is
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IgG.
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Complement can best be described as a(n):
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enzyme in blood
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