MRCP UK EXAMINATIONS

ABDOMINAL

GENERALISED LYMPHADENOPATHY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
____ immunity is the main defense against bacterial antigens where by antibodies are produced.
A
humoral
B
cell-mediated
C
acquired
D
active
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Humoral immunity Lymphocytes known as naive B cells circulate throughout the body via the lymphatic system. These cells produce antigen-specific molecules that are necessary for detecting infectious pathogens in the human body.

Detailed explanation-2: -Humoral immunity is a form of adaptive immunity whereby B-lymphocytes and plasma cells produce antibodies against antigens and stimulate T-lymphocytes to attack them. These antibodies also stimulate the release of chemical mediators (e.g., interferon and complement) that enhance antigen destruction.

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