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Fundamentals of Immunology

Immunology

A collection of essential facts regarding the human immune system and its functions.

biology health science

10 Questions Medium Ages 12+ Jul 28, 2026

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1 Which type of white blood cell is primarily responsible for producing antibodies?

A Red blood cells
B B lymphocytes
C Platelets
D Basophils

2 What is the primary function of a vaccine?

A To cure existing viral infections
B To train the immune system to recognize specific pathogens
C To act as an antibiotic
D To replace white blood cells

3 Which organ is primarily responsible for the maturation of T cells?

A Thymus
B Liver
C Pancreas
D Gallbladder

4 What is the main role of phagocytes in the immune system?

A Producing histamines
B Creating memory cells
C Ingesting and destroying pathogens
D Regulating body temperature

5 Which protein complex helps immune cells recognize foreign substances?

A MHC (Major Histocompatibility Complex)
B Hemoglobin
C Insulin
D Collagen

6 What type of immunity is acquired through the administration of a vaccine?

A Natural passive immunity
B Artificial active immunity
C Natural active immunity
D Artificial passive immunity

7 Which substance is released by mast cells during an allergic reaction?

A Insulin
B Histamine
C Adrenaline
D Melatonin

8 Which cells are often referred to as 'killer' cells that destroy infected host cells?

A Erythrocytes
B CD8+ Cytotoxic T cells
C Platelets
D Plasma cells

9 What is the primary function of lymph nodes in the immune system?

A Producing red blood cells
B Filtering lymph fluid and housing immune cells
C Storing glucose
D Regulating blood pressure

10 Which antibody class is most abundant in human blood serum?

A IgG
B IgE
C IgA
D IgM

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