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Immune System Development and Maturation

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Which of the following is responsible for the production of antibodies?

  1. B cells

  2. T cells

  3. Macrophages

  4. Neutrophils


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

B cells are responsible for the production of antibodies, which are proteins that recognize and bind to specific antigens.

What is the primary function of T cells?

  1. Antibody production

  2. Cell-mediated immunity

  3. Phagocytosis

  4. Inflammation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

T cells are responsible for cell-mediated immunity, which involves the direct killing of infected cells and the activation of other immune cells.

Which type of T cell is responsible for killing infected cells?

  1. Cytotoxic T cells

  2. Helper T cells

  3. Regulatory T cells

  4. Memory T cells


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cytotoxic T cells are responsible for killing infected cells by releasing cytotoxic molecules that induce apoptosis.

What is the role of macrophages in the immune system?

  1. Antibody production

  2. Cell-mediated immunity

  3. Phagocytosis

  4. Inflammation


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Macrophages are phagocytic cells that engulf and destroy foreign particles, including bacteria, viruses, and cellular debris.

Which of the following is responsible for the production of cytokines?

  1. B cells

  2. T cells

  3. Macrophages

  4. Neutrophils


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

T cells are responsible for the production of cytokines, which are small proteins that regulate the immune response.

What is the role of the thymus in the immune system?

  1. Production of antibodies

  2. Maturation of T cells

  3. Phagocytosis

  4. Inflammation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The thymus is a primary lymphoid organ where T cells mature and undergo selection to ensure self-tolerance.

Which of the following is responsible for the production of memory cells?

  1. B cells

  2. T cells

  3. Macrophages

  4. Neutrophils


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Both B cells and T cells can differentiate into memory cells, which provide long-term immunity to specific pathogens.

What is the role of the spleen in the immune system?

  1. Production of antibodies

  2. Maturation of T cells

  3. Filtration of blood

  4. Storage of red blood cells


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The spleen is a secondary lymphoid organ that filters blood, removing pathogens and damaged cells.

Which of the following is responsible for the production of natural killer cells?

  1. Bone marrow

  2. Thymus

  3. Spleen

  4. Lymph nodes


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Natural killer cells are produced in the bone marrow and are responsible for killing infected cells and tumor cells.

What is the role of the complement system in the immune response?

  1. Antibody production

  2. Cell-mediated immunity

  3. Phagocytosis

  4. Inflammation


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The complement system is a group of proteins that work together to promote inflammation, enhance phagocytosis, and directly kill pathogens.

Which of the following is responsible for the production of interferon?

  1. B cells

  2. T cells

  3. Macrophages

  4. Natural killer cells


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Macrophages and natural killer cells produce interferon, a cytokine that inhibits viral replication and activates other immune cells.

What is the role of the lymphatic system in the immune response?

  1. Transportation of oxygen and nutrients

  2. Removal of waste products

  3. Circulation of blood

  4. Transport of immune cells and antigens


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The lymphatic system is a network of vessels and nodes that transports immune cells and antigens throughout the body.

Which of the following is responsible for the production of histamine?

  1. B cells

  2. T cells

  3. Mast cells

  4. Neutrophils


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Mast cells are responsible for the production of histamine, a chemical mediator that promotes inflammation and allergic reactions.

What is the role of the Peyer's patches in the immune system?

  1. Production of antibodies

  2. Maturation of T cells

  3. Filtration of blood

  4. Sampling of intestinal antigens


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Peyer's patches are lymphoid tissues located in the small intestine that sample intestinal antigens and initiate immune responses.

Which of the following is responsible for the production of antimicrobial peptides?

  1. B cells

  2. T cells

  3. Epithelial cells

  4. Neutrophils


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Epithelial cells, such as those lining the respiratory and gastrointestinal tracts, produce antimicrobial peptides that help to protect against infection.

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