ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

IMMUNE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The immune response that defends against antigens dissolved in body fluids is called:
A
inflammatory response
B
interferons
C
humoral response
D
cell mediated response
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Humoral immunity is the aspect of immunity that is mediated by macromolecules-including secreted antibodies, complement proteins, and certain antimicrobial peptides-located in extracellular fluids. Humoral immunity is named so because it involves substances found in the humors, or body fluids.

Detailed explanation-2: -Humoral immunity is an aspect of specific immune responses directed at particular antigens. It takes the form of unique antibodies produced by B lymphocytes that have been specifically selected to neutralize the antigen at hand.

Detailed explanation-3: -The humoral immune response causes the destruction of extra cellular micro organisms and prevent the spread of intra cellular infections. Humoral immunity is so named because it involves substances found in humor or body fluids. It contrasts with cell mediated immunity.

Detailed explanation-4: -When the body senses foreign substances (called antigens), the immune system works to recognize the antigens and get rid of them. B lymphocytes are triggered to make antibodies (also called immunoglobulins). These proteins lock onto specific antigens.

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