BMTCN Chapter 1: Basic Concepts and Indications for Transplantation

Which of the following is an example of a myeloid cell? A. Thymus-derived cells (T cells) B. Bone marrow-derived cells (B cells) C. Monocytes D. Natural killer cells - ANSWER-C. Monocytes Several factors affect immune reconstitution following hematopoietic stem cell transplantation (HSCT). These include all of the following EXCEPT: A. Recipient's response to conditioning regimen B. Viral infections C. Chronic graft-versus-host disease D. Longevity of mature lymphocytes present at the time of transplant - ANSWER-B. Viral infections Hematopoiesis occurs primarily in which area? A. Bone marrow B. Spleen C. Thymus gland D. Lymph nodes - ANSWER-A. Bone marrow Which of the following statements is true about innate immunity? A. It occurs in response to T-cell activation. B. It occurs in response to B-cell activation. C. It is a natural process that uses phagocytes that release inflammatory mediators in response to infections or illness. D. It is a natural process that occurs primarily in the spleen. - ANSWER-C. It is a natural process that uses phagocytes that release inflammatory mediators in response to infections or illness. Which is NOT a common indication for allogeneic transplantation? A. Acute myeloid leukemia B. Myelodysplastic syndr