Immune System
These include bacteria, viruses, and fungi
Pathogens
This is the first to detect body invaders.
Innate immunity
Interstitial fluid collected by lymphatic capillaries.
Lymph
Define leukocytopoiesis.
formation of white blood cells
These play a role in stimulating the immune response.
Cytokines
This is also called antibody-mediated response.
Humoral response
These are located primarily in the neck, armpit, and groin regions.
Lymph nodes
Define lymphangi/o
Define adenoidectomy.
Surgical removal of the adenoids.
These are produced in the bone marrow.
Leukocytes (WBC)
Adjust bodily functions to increase protection such as coughing or sneezing.
Defense mechanisms.
These weave through blood capillaries.
Lymphatic capillaries
This suffix means destruction of.
-lytic
What word means "exaggerated protective reaction"?
anaphylaxis
This is activated when a pathogen can generate a maximum level of antigen.
Adaptive immunity
This provides protection against a wide variety of pathogens.
Innate immunity
This is composed of 90-95 percent water.
Lymph
This suffix means making or producing.
-poiesis
What term means inflammation of the lymph glands?
Lymphadenitis
These are the response units of the immune system.
Leukocytes
This is developed over time and can "remember" pathogen exposure.
Adaptive immunity/Acquired immunity
These are responsible for filtering lymph.
Lymph nodes
This suffix means running.
-drome
Define leukocytopenia.
Decrease of leukocytes.