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Lymphatic System Quiz Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
The innate immune system is characterized by:
Correct Answer: C
Rationale: Innate immunity responds quickly but lacks specificity and memory ; antibodies are adaptive.
Question 2 of 5
The spleen's marginal zone traps:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The marginal zone traps blood antigens; lymph is nodes, fluid is lymphatics, platelets are stored.
Question 3 of 5
What is the term for immune overreaction to self-antigens?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Autoimmunity is self-overreaction; allergy and hypersensitivity are to external, tolerance is non-response.
Question 4 of 5
The spleen's marginal zone contains:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The marginal zone has macrophages ; lymphocytes , T , and B cells are in white pulp.
Question 5 of 5
With regard to the superficial cortex of the lymph node: It is supported by a reticular framework.
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: The superficial cortex is structurally supported by a reticular network.