Asked by monica fargas on Jul 05, 2024
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Contrast cell-mediated and antibody-mediated immunity and give a brief overview of each process.
Cell-Mediated Immunity
An immune response that does not involve antibodies but rather involves the activation of phagocytes, antigen-specific cytotoxic T-lymphocytes, and the release of various cytokines in response to an antigen.
Antibody-Mediated Immunity
Immune response that involves B cells that produce antibodies to neutralize pathogens.
- Understand innate and adaptive immunity mechanisms and distinction.
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Zybrea KnightJul 08, 2024
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In cell-mediated immunity, specific T cells are activated; T cells release proteins that destroy cells infected with viruses or other intracellular pathogens. In antibody-mediated immunity, specific B cells are activated; B cells multiply and differentiate into plasma cells, which produce antibodies.
Learning Objectives
- Understand innate and adaptive immunity mechanisms and distinction.