immonsystems

Example:The immune system can distinguish between self and non-self, responding to pathogens and removing infected cells to maintain health.

Definition:The body's defense system composed of many components, including the white blood cells, antibodies, and the organs and tissues that make up the lymphoid system.

Example:The adaptive immune system is crucial in vaccination as it can remember pathogens and respond more quickly if exposed to them again.

Definition:The branch of the immune system that provides a tailored response to specific invading pathogens, using the memory of previously encountered antigens to mount a faster and stronger response.

Example:The innate immune system responds immediately to pathogens but does not provide long-term protection like the adaptive system.

Definition:The branch of the immune system that provides a general defense against pathogens, including physical barriers and innate immune cells like macrophages and dendritic cells.

Example:Cell-mediated immunity is essential for the control of intracellular pathogens like Mycobacterium tuberculosis.

Definition:The aspect of the immune system involving the activation of T cells and macrophages to directly destroy infected cells.

Example:Humoral immunity is critical for the neutralization of extracellular pathogens such as viruses.

Definition:The aspect of the immune system that involves the production of antibodies by B cells to neutralize pathogens and toxins.