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Ch. 16 - Adaptive Immunity
Bauman - Microbiology with Diseases by Taxonomy 6th Edition
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Capitolo 16, Problema 2

Why does the body have both antibody and cell-mediated immune responses?

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Understand that the immune system has two main types of responses: antibody-mediated (humoral) and cell-mediated immunity, each targeting different types of pathogens or infected cells.
Recognize that antibody-mediated immunity primarily involves B cells producing antibodies that neutralize extracellular pathogens like bacteria and viruses outside cells.
Know that cell-mediated immunity involves T cells, especially cytotoxic T cells, which identify and destroy infected host cells or intracellular pathogens that antibodies cannot reach.
Realize that having both responses allows the body to effectively combat a wide range of infections, whether the pathogen is free-floating or hidden inside cells.
Conclude that the dual system provides a comprehensive defense mechanism, ensuring pathogens are targeted in multiple ways to protect the body efficiently.

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Antibody-Mediated (Humoral) Immunity

This immune response involves B cells producing antibodies that specifically bind to extracellular pathogens or toxins, neutralizing them or marking them for destruction. It is effective against bacteria, viruses in bodily fluids, and toxins.
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Cell-Mediated Immunity

This response is driven by T cells that directly attack infected or abnormal cells, such as virus-infected cells or cancer cells. It is crucial for eliminating intracellular pathogens that antibodies cannot reach.
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Complementary Roles of Immune Responses

The body uses both antibody and cell-mediated immunity because they target different types of threats. Together, they provide a comprehensive defense by addressing pathogens both outside and inside cells, ensuring effective immune protection.
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1. ___ Artificially acquired passive immunotherapy

2. ___ Naturally acquired active immunity

3. ___ Naturally acquired passive immunity

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