Medical Immunology

Medical Immunology Exam Questions With Complete Solutions Last document update:   ago

What is the role of the immune system in host defense? correct answer: To provide defense against antigens and other infectious agents via innate immunity or adaptive immunity. What is the difference between central and peripheral tolerance? correct answer: Central tolerance is the mechanism by which newly developing T cells and B cells are rendered non-reactive to self while peripheral tolerance is immunological tolerance developed after T and B cells mature and enter the periphery. Def...