Exam (elaborations)
Immunology & Serology Final Exam questions with correct answers 2024/2025
- Course
- Institution
Immunology & Serology Final Exam questions with correct answers 2024/2025
[Show more]
Content preview
Immunology & Serology Final ExamA codon consists of a sequence of how many nucleotides? - ANSThree
What amino acid is used to initiate most proteins in eukaryotes? - ANSMethionine
The process of protein synthesis is also called: - ANSTranslation
Protein structure characterized by the combination of different proteins that all together are
required for protein function is which level of protein structure? - ANSQuarternary
Nucleotides in DNA consist of which of the following? - ANSNitrogen base, deoxyribose, and
phosphate
A specific function of the immune system is to: - ANSAll of the above
An undesirable consequence of immunity is: - ANSAn autoimmune disorder
If microorganisms penetrate the first line of defense, a second line of ____________ form
defense mechanisms that become operational. - ANSCellular and humoral components
The most dramatic immediate hypersensitivity reaction is: - ANSAnaphylaxis
The type of immunoglobulin involved in type I hypersensitivity reactions is: - ANSIgE
Mechanisms of innate immunity: - ANSTwo of the answers are correct
An antigen is described as a substance that: - ANSAll of the above
Another name for the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) in humans is: - ANSHuman
leukocyte antigen.
Haptens are characterized as being: - ANSAntigenic when coupled to a carrier molecule.
Which immunoglobulin (Ig) class is the first to be manifested after antigen exposure? - ANSIgM
Which immunoglobulin (Ig) class is produced in the highest concentration in a secondary
(anamnestic) response? - ANSIgG
Tears, saliva, and other body secretions typically contain: - ANSIgA
Monoclonal antibodies are: - ANSAll of the above
, The sequence of blood cell development in the embryo and fetus is: - ANSYolk sac, liver/spleen,
bone marrow.
If the first line of nonspecific body defense, intact skin, is cut with a piece of glass contaminated
with Staphylococcus aureus, which cellular component of the immune system quickly responds?
- ANSNeutrophils
The name of the process that promotes attraction of phagocytic cells toward a foreign particle is:
- ANSChemotaxis
Enhancement of phagocytosis by the coating of foreign particles with serum proteins is called: -
ANSOpsonization
Macrophages: - ANSAll of the above
Surface markers on lymphocytes can be used to: - ANSAll of the above
The T-cell receptor (TCR) recognizes an antigen: - ANSAs a peptide bonded to an MHC class II
molecule on the surface of an antigen-presenting cell.
In antigen recognition by T lymphocytes, each cell: - ANSAll of the above
Which characteristic is not associated with B lymphocytes? - ANSCan directly lyse a foreign
antigen.
Mature T lymphocytes survive for ________ compared with B lymphocytes, which survive for a
few days. - ANSEither B or C (several months, years)
Functions of the complement system include: - ANSAll of the above
The classic complement pathway is activated by: - ANSC1
The alternate complement pathway is activated by: - ANSViruses
The complement component found in all the pathways is: - ANSC3
The alternate complement pathway is initiated: - ANSBoth B and C (as nonantibody-initiated
pathway, without C1, C4 and C2)
Increased complement levels can be observed in: - ANSInflammatory conditions
Interferons: - ANSMediate the early immune response to viral infections.
The benefits of buying summaries with Stuvia:
Guaranteed quality through customer reviews
Stuvia customers have reviewed more than 700,000 summaries. This how you know that you are buying the best documents.
Quick and easy check-out
You can quickly pay through credit card or Stuvia-credit for the summaries. There is no membership needed.
Focus on what matters
Your fellow students write the study notes themselves, which is why the documents are always reliable and up-to-date. This ensures you quickly get to the core!
Frequently asked questions
What do I get when I buy this document?
You get a PDF, available immediately after your purchase. The purchased document is accessible anytime, anywhere and indefinitely through your profile.
Satisfaction guarantee: how does it work?
Our satisfaction guarantee ensures that you always find a study document that suits you well. You fill out a form, and our customer service team takes care of the rest.
Who am I buying these notes from?
Stuvia is a marketplace, so you are not buying this document from us, but from seller QualityPDF. Stuvia facilitates payment to the seller.
Will I be stuck with a subscription?
No, you only buy these notes for $10.49. You're not tied to anything after your purchase.
Can Stuvia be trusted?
4.6 stars on Google & Trustpilot (+1000 reviews)
82215 documents were sold in the last 30 days
Founded in 2010, the go-to place to buy study notes for 14 years now