IMMUNOLOGY

IMMUNE RESPONSE

CLASSICAL ALTERNATE AND LECTIN PATHWAYS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How does the body tell the difference between its own cells and foreign cells?
A
memory cells recognize different kins of cells
B
foreign cells have different DNA
C
it recognizes antigens on the cell surface
D
it cannot differentiate, so it destroys all cells in the bloodstream
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Human leukocyte antigens (HLA) are a group of identification molecules located on the surface of all cells in a combination that is almost unique for each person, thereby enabling the body to distinguish self from nonself. This group of identification molecules is also called the major histocompatibility complex.

Detailed explanation-2: -Your immune system can recognize cells based on the proteins present on the surface of cells. Viruses, bacteria, and other foreign cells are recognized as being different from your own cells and are attacked by your immune system.

Detailed explanation-3: -Pathogens have molecules called antigens on their surface. Antigens provide a unique signature for the pathogen that enables immune system cells to recognize different pathogens and distinguish pathogens from the body’s own cells and tissues.

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