OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM
IMMUNITY INNATE AND ADAPTIVE
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Question
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The targets (antigens) of cell mediated immunity are cellular and include
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pathogen infected cells (tissue)
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the body’s innate cells
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tumor cells
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foreign graft cells
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Intracellular microorganisms (such as bacteria) and tumor cells are targets of cell-mediated immunity.
Detailed explanation-2: -Antibodies attach to a specific antigen and make it easier for the immune cells to destroy the antigen. T lymphocytes attack antigens directly and help control the immune response.
Detailed explanation-3: -Effector cytotoxic T cells directly kill cells that are infected with a virus or some other intracellular pathogen.
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