ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

IMMUNE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Billy is experiencing a red bump and some swelling on his ankle as a result of a bee sting. This is an example of
A
Antibody production
B
A specific immune response
C
The bees beginning their final master plan to take over the universe.
D
Non-specific immune response
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -If a person is allergic, the bee sting will cause the immune system to produce a type of antibody called immunoglobulin E (IgE). Usually, IgE protects the body from dangerous substances, such as viruses and parasites.

Detailed explanation-2: -Severe allergic reaction Skin reactions, including hives and itching and flushed or pale skin. Difficulty breathing. Swelling of the throat and tongue. A weak, rapid pulse.

Detailed explanation-3: -When a honeybee stings, it dies a gruesome death. The bee’s stinger is structured in such a way that once it punctures human skin, the bee can’t yank it out without self-amputating.

Detailed explanation-4: -First, when bees sting they release a chemical called melittin into their victim. This venom immediately triggers pain receptors, causing a burning sensation. Second, because a bee’s stinger is in fact barbed like a jagged sword, when it penetrates the victim’s skin it actually dislodges from the bee, remaining there.

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