Lab 11 – Introduction to Immunology: Immune System Basics &
Laboratory Exercises
which of the following statements is true of the data displayed? - CORRECT ANSWER-
vaccine coverage improvement was inconsistent across the planet
what lymphatic component serves to monitor the bacterial load in the intestines
specifically? - CORRECT ANSWER-peyer's patches
payer's patches Fun Fact: - CORRECT ANSWER-Peyer's patches are surrounded by
specialized 'microfold' cells that serve to feed macrophages and dendritic cells within
the tissue with antigens. Some pathogens surf this transport mechanism to gain access
to the body.
what is the main role of the thymus gland? - CORRECT ANSWER-it's a primary
lymphatic organ where t cell maturation happens
what would happen if an otherwise healthy person has their spleen removed after an
accident? - CORRECT ANSWER-the person would become more likely to get infections
as their capacity to activate immune cells would be reduced
**Spleen Fun Fact: - CORRECT ANSWER-The spleen is an important blood reservoir.
It can release up to a cup of blood to replace red blood cells lost during intense
bleeding.
Up to a quarter of a humans immune cells can be stored in the spleen while waiting for
work.
Laboratory Exercises
which of the following statements is true of the data displayed? - CORRECT ANSWER-
vaccine coverage improvement was inconsistent across the planet
what lymphatic component serves to monitor the bacterial load in the intestines
specifically? - CORRECT ANSWER-peyer's patches
payer's patches Fun Fact: - CORRECT ANSWER-Peyer's patches are surrounded by
specialized 'microfold' cells that serve to feed macrophages and dendritic cells within
the tissue with antigens. Some pathogens surf this transport mechanism to gain access
to the body.
what is the main role of the thymus gland? - CORRECT ANSWER-it's a primary
lymphatic organ where t cell maturation happens
what would happen if an otherwise healthy person has their spleen removed after an
accident? - CORRECT ANSWER-the person would become more likely to get infections
as their capacity to activate immune cells would be reduced
**Spleen Fun Fact: - CORRECT ANSWER-The spleen is an important blood reservoir.
It can release up to a cup of blood to replace red blood cells lost during intense
bleeding.
Up to a quarter of a humans immune cells can be stored in the spleen while waiting for
work.
