IMMUNOLOGY

OVERVIEW OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

LYMPHATIC AND IMMUNE SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following is NOT an example of innate or nonspecific immunity?
A
mucus
B
enzymes in tears
C
inflammatory response
D
production of antibodies
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Examples of innate immunity include: Cough reflex. Enzymes in tears and skin oils. Mucus, which traps bacteria and small particles.

Detailed explanation-2: -So, the correct answer is ‘Killer T-cells’.

Detailed explanation-3: -Examples of nonspecific defenses include Skin and mucous membranes, Phagocytosis, Inflammation, and The Complement System.

Detailed explanation-4: -Which of the following is not an example of nonspecific (innate) immunity? specific immunity.

Detailed explanation-5: -The innate immune system does not have a memory component.

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