Asked by Wyatt Blackford on May 04, 2024
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A child is born with a congenital disease that results in total loss of B cells. Which of the following would be a consequence of this immunodeficiency?
A) No lymphokine production
B) Lack of antibody formation
C) Nonfunctioning complement system
D) Inability to form any type of memory cell
E) No antigens on the cells
B cells
A type of white blood cell that produces antibodies to help fight infections.
Immunodeficiency
A state where the immune system's ability to fight infectious disease and cancer is compromised or entirely absent.
Antibody Formation
The process by which the immune system produces antibodies in response to and recognizing antigens, providing immunity against infections.
- Describe the method by which antibodies are generated and the specific cell types that facilitate this process.
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Melanie MullenMay 08, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
Lack of B cells directly results in the inability to produce antibodies, as B cells are responsible for humoral immunity, which involves the production of antibodies to fight off infections.
Learning Objectives
- Describe the method by which antibodies are generated and the specific cell types that facilitate this process.