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Lymphatic System Test Questions Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which of the following would be a BCR?
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: IgD is a B-cell receptor; CD4 is on T cells, MHC (B, C) presents.
Question 2 of 5
Following a primary immune response, plasma cells give rise to
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Plasma cells produce antibodies, while some B cells become memory cells post-response.
Question 3 of 5
The phenomena that initiates when a helper T cell binds with a class II MHC protein on a displaying cell is referred to as
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Costimulation occurs when helper T cells bind MHC-II, enhancing activation.
Question 4 of 5
The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance in the body by:
Correct Answer: A
Rationale: It moves excess fluid toward the bloodstream, not away from the heart.
Question 5 of 5
The spleen is involved in immune defense, particularly against bloodborne pathogens. Which term describes the process of removing damaged or old blood cells from circulation in the spleen?
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Hemolysis in the spleen removes damaged blood cells.