PATHOLOGY MCQ
IMMUNE RESPONSE
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Question
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Some staphylococcal infections result from direct contact with infected wounds.Which of the following cells is a first line of defense against staphylococcal bacteria?
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B cells
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Skin cells
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Killer T cells
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Helper T cells
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -Staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome (SSSS), also called Lyell’s disease or toxic epidermal necrolysis, starts as a localized lesion, followed by widespread erythema and exfoliation of the skin. This disorder is caused by phage group II staphylococci which elaborate an epidermolytic toxin.
Detailed explanation-2: -Impetigo is a skin infection caused by bacteria. It is usually caused by staphylococcal (staph) bacteria, but it can also be caused by streptococcal (strep) bacteria.
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