Question 18If a t-cell activates a b-cell by releasing cytokines during the immune response, this may result in:O the mounting of a complimentary "army"O an "army" of antibody producing plasma cellsO the mounting of a strong non-specific defenseO an "army" of memory t-cells Question 17This type of immune system cell can attack pathogens directly, secrete cytokines, or secrete toxins:O anaerobic bacteriaOt-cellsO plasma proteinO b-cells

The white blood cells or WBC are responsible for the protection in our body and they are the main…

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This type of immune system cell can attack pathogens directly, secrete cytokines, or secrete toxins: O anaerobic bacteria O t-cells O plasma protein Ob-cells

Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)

11th Edition

ISBN:9780134580999

Author:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Publisher:Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn

Chapter1: The Human Body: An Orientation

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 1RQ: The correct sequence of levels forming the structural hierarchy is A. (a) organ, organ system,...

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