The Adaptive Immune System: Th1 and Th2 Lymphocytes

Self Quiz for The Adaptive Immune System: T_h1 and T_h2 Lymphocytes

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1. Match the following in terms of T_h1 and T_h2 lymphocytes:

_____ Produce cytokines such as interferon-gamma (IFN-gamma), and tumor necrosis factor-beta (TNF-beta). (ans)

_____ Stimulate the production of IgE, remove helminthes, cause many allergic reactions, promote the induction of inflammation by mast cells, and stimulate the production of antibodies that neutralize microbes and toxins. (ans)

_____ Produce cytokines such as interleukins 4, 5, and 13. (ans)

_____ Activate macrophages and stimulate the production of complement activating and opsonizing antibodies to promote phagocytosis, and activate neutrophils for enhanced killing . (ans)

a. T_h1 lymphocytes
b. T_h2 lymphocytes
c. T_h17 lymphocytes

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