PATHOLOGY

PATHOLOGY MCQ

IMMUNE RESPONSE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
true or false:is your immune system in your gut
A
true
B
False
C
Either A or B
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -70% of the immune system is located in the gut, where diverse bacteria is best. You likely know that what you eat can affect your weight and energy level throughout the day. But you might not realize the extent to which diet affects the immune system.

Detailed explanation-2: -The gut microbiota that resides in the gastrointestinal tract provides essential health benefits to its host, particularly by regulating immune homeostasis. Moreover, it has recently become obvious that alterations of these gut microbial communities can cause immune dysregulation, leading to autoimmune disorders.

Detailed explanation-3: -The immune system cells are directly beneath the mucous membranes, where they prevent bacteria and viruses from attaching.

Detailed explanation-4: -In fact, about 70 percent of the immune system is housed in the gut, so making sure our digestive system is in tip-top shape can be key to addressing many of our bodily woes.

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