'Plasma cells produce antibodies' presentation slideshows

The Lymphatic System

The Lymphatic System. Consists of lymphatic vessels and the lymphoid organs Four main homeostatic functions : Lymphatic capillaries take up and return excess fluid to the bloodstream Lacteals, in intestines, absorb fats in form of lipoproteins and transport them to the bloodstream

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Chapter 24

Chapter 24. The Immune System. Pathogenicity of microbes. Pathogens are microbes that can cause disease. Toxins are small organic molecules or pieces of protein or bacterial cell wall that are released when bacteria die. How do pathogens get in? Adhesion Factors.

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OCULAR IMMUNONOLOGY

OCULAR IMMUNONOLOGY. Class 12 Dr. Pittler. OVERVIEW:. Essential review of molecular & cellular events The compartmentalization of immunoglobulins Ocular immune privilege & its functions The 1 st line of defense in the cornea Progressive ocular surface disease

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Immune System

Immune System. Review. What is an immune system? The system in the body responsible for maintaining homeostasis by recognizing harmful from non harmful organisms and by producing an appropriate response What is immunity?

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Animal Form & Function Immune System

Animal Form & Function Immune System. AP Biology. Nonspecific Defenses. Do not discriminate Present at birth Prevent approach of pathogens. Nonspecific Defenses. Physical barriers Skin Creates effective barrier Multiple layers Keratin Desmosomes. Nonspecific Defenses.

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THE IMMUNE SYSTEM

THE IMMUNE SYSTEM. Immunity. Immunity The ability of the body to fight infection and/or foreign invaders by producing antibodies or killing infected cells. Immune System

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