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Immune System Practice Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) binds specifically to which immune cell marker?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: HIV targets CD4 on T-helper cells; not CD8 , MHC , or others (C, E).
Question 2 of 5
Which of the following cells is involved in humoral immunity??
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: B-cells produce antibodies for humoral immunity; T cells are cell-mediated.
Question 3 of 5
Specific immunity can be acquired either naturally or artificially and involves
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: Specific immunity (adaptive) involves antigens (trigger), antibodies (response), and complement pathways, making all options relevant.
Question 4 of 5
Examples of pathogens that cause human disease include:
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: All of the above are examples of pathogens that cause human disease, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites.
Question 5 of 5
Precursors of macrophages are called
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: Monocytes differentiate into macrophages; T , B , and plasma cells are distinct.