Week 4 Case Study Natural Killer Cell Deficiency

docx

School

Chamberlain College of Nursing *

*We aren’t endorsed by this school

Course

255N

Subject

Biology

Date

Jan 9, 2024

Type

docx

Pages

2

Uploaded by BailiffSummerMantis37

Report
Week 4 Case Study Natural Killer Cell Deficiency 1. Natural killer cells defend the body against infections and sick host cells. Their mission is to target and destroy bacteria, infected viral cells, and even cancer cells. Because of their distinct appearance, the presence of many lymphoid markers, and the fact that lymphoid cells originate in the bone marrow from a comparable progenitor cell, NK cells have been classified as lymphocytes (Vivier et, al, 2011) 2. Natural Killer (NK) cells are highly effective in combating cells that have been infected by viruses as well as cells that have the potential to form tumors. 3. As soon as the NK cell spots a threat, it starts to release proteins called perforins. It's amazing how these proteins can arrange themselves in a circle and make a hole in the plasma membrane. The opposing cell will eventually die because this hole will make it easier for salt and water to get in. Sometimes, the function of cells may be harmed, which could lead to cell death. But the NK cell will also release granzymes, which are a unique group of enzymes that break down proteins. This means that macrophages can eat germs, dead cells, and other foreign substances. Furthermore, they have the power to alert the immune system to the presence of a possible threat.
4. It is vital to remember that NK cells play an important part in our body's natural immune response to infections as well as cancer. As a result, it is understandable that the immunologist informed her that she may be predisposed to developing cancers caused by viruses. She has a decrease in the activity of her natural killer cells, which puts her at risk. Natural killer cells serve an important part in protecting our health. 5. Shanice should consult with her healthcare provider regarding her available options. She can begin implementing prophylactic measures by initiating medication regimens that can assist in managing conditions impacting the immune system. She can optimize her immune system and response by eating a healthy diet. Saladin, K. S. (2020). Anatomy & Physiology: The Unity of Form and Function (9th ed.). McGraw-Hill Higher Education (US). https://online.vitalsource.com/books/9781260791563 Vivier, E., Raulet, D. H., Moretta, A., Caligiuri, M. A., Zitvogel, L., Lanier, L. L., Yokoyama, W. M., & Ugolini, S. (2011). Innate or adaptive immunity? The example of natural killer cells. Science (New York, N.Y.) , 331 (6013), 44–49. https://doi.org/10.1126/science.1198687
Your preview ends here
Eager to read complete document? Join bartleby learn and gain access to the full version
  • Access to all documents
  • Unlimited textbook solutions
  • 24/7 expert homework help

Related Documents

Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 2.27.48 PM.png
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 2.11.19 PM.png
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 2.12.01 PM.png
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 2.27.41 PM.png
ANT203 Practical 7.docx
Week 1 Lab Blood .docx
FINAL_LABS_BIOS255_Labs_BIOS_255_Week_5_Immune_System CT.docx
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 1.59.12 PM.png
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 1.59.18 PM.png
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 1.59.03 PM.png
Screen Shot 2023-12-17 at 1.59.30 PM.png
Bonus_lab_MalekBleibel.docx
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305389892
Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Principles Of Pharmacology Med Assist
Biology
ISBN:9781337512442
Author:RICE
Publisher:Cengage
Text book image
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap...
Biology
ISBN:9781305073951
Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
ISBN:9781938168130
Author:Kelly A. Young, James A. Wise, Peter DeSaix, Dean H. Kruse, Brandon Poe, Eddie Johnson, Jody E. Johnson, Oksana Korol, J. Gordon Betts, Mark Womble
Publisher:OpenStax College
Text book image
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap...
Biology
ISBN:9781337408332
Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
SEE MORE TEXTBOOKS
Recommended textbooks for you
Text book image
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305389892
Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Principles Of Pharmacology Med Assist
Biology
ISBN:9781337512442
Author:RICE
Publisher:Cengage
Text book image
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap...
Biology
ISBN:9781305073951
Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Text book image
Anatomy & Physiology
Biology
ISBN:9781938168130
Author:Kelly A. Young, James A. Wise, Peter DeSaix, Dean H. Kruse, Brandon Poe, Eddie Johnson, Jody E. Johnson, Oksana Korol, J. Gordon Betts, Mark Womble
Publisher:OpenStax College
Text book image
Biology: The Unity and Diversity of Life (MindTap...
Biology
ISBN:9781337408332
Author:Cecie Starr, Ralph Taggart, Christine Evers, Lisa Starr
Publisher:Cengage Learning
SEE MORE TEXTBOOKS