Immune System

The Immune System, Fourth Edition by Peter Parham offers a clear and concise introduction to immunology, combining key biological mechanisms with clinical relevance. This edition explains the structure and function of the immune system, including innate and adaptive immunity, antigen recognition, lymphocyte development, and immune regulation. Updated chapters cover vaccines, immunodeficiencies, hypersensitivity reactions, autoimmunity, and immune responses to infection and cancer. Ideal for unde...

This document provides a detailed summary of Chapter 1 from The Immune System, Fourth Edition. It covers the main components of the immune system, their functions, and how they contribute to the body’s defense mechanisms. The content is structured to support study and exam preparation by highlighting essential concepts from the chapter.

IMMUNE SYSTEM QUESTIONS WITH 100% VERIFIED ANSWERS { GRADED A+} DNA virus, member Herpesviridae family Most common congenital viral infection - CMV transmission of CMV? - transplacental intrapartum postnatally: breast milk Maternal infection with CMV during ________ of pregnancy associated with greater risk of neonatal infection and greater severity of infection - first half