What to Study for the Immune System Test

Know the differences between non-specific and specific defense.

Know the role of antigens in the immune response

Know the role of skin, tears, sweat, mucus, tears, stomach acid and cilia in the first line of defense.

Know the roles of phagocytes, inflammation and fever in the second line of defense.

Know the causes of the three main symptoms of inflammation.

Be able to compare and contrast humoral and cell mediated immunity.

Know the roles of lymphocytes, plasma cells, B-memory cells, antibodies, interferon, T-helper cells, T-killer cells, t-memory cells and T-suppressor cells.

Know the differences in how the body defends against bacteria and viruses.

Be able to compare and contrast passive and active immunity.

Know how the immune system is involved in auto-immune disease, allergies and transplants.