PATHOLOGY MCQ
IMMUNE RESPONSE
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[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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decrease in the activity of antigens produced by the mitochondria
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decrease in the amount of DNA present in the nuclei of cells
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increase in the activity of white blood cells
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increase in the number of red blood cells
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Detailed explanation-1: -Leukocytosis means you have a high white blood cell count. This means you have more white blood cells than normal. Leukocytosis is a normal immune response and isn’t always a cause for concern. Most of the time, it means that your body is fighting off infection or inflammation.
Detailed explanation-2: -Causes of high white blood cell count include: Autoimmune disorders (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis). Viral infections (tuberculosis, mononucleosis). Bacterial infections (sepsis).
Detailed explanation-3: -A higher-than-normal white blood cell count usually means you have some type of infection. White blood cells are multiplying to destroy the bacteria or virus. Myelodysplastic syndrome. This condition causes abnormal production of blood cells.
Detailed explanation-4: -Neutrophils, which account for about 70% of white blood cells, can increase in response to bacterial infections as well as to physical or emotional stress.