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microbiology chapter 10 test bank Questions
Question 1 of 5
Which one is NOT included in the non-specific immune response
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: Memory cells are not part of the non-specific immune response because they are a component of the specific immune response. Non-specific immune responses are immediate and target a broad range of pathogens, whereas memory cells are formed after exposure to a specific pathogen to provide a quicker and stronger response upon subsequent exposure. Lysozyme (A), Interferon (C), and Phagocytosis (D) are all part of the non-specific immune response. Lysozyme is an enzyme that destroys bacterial cell walls, interferon helps to inhibit viral replication, and phagocytosis involves the engulfing and destruction of pathogens by phagocytes. These responses are not specific to particular pathogens and are the body's first line of defense.
Question 2 of 5
During the incubation period S. Typhi multiplies in the
Correct Answer: D
Rationale: The correct answer is D because during the incubation period of Salmonella Typhi infection, the bacteria multiply in the macrophages of the Peyer's patches and solitary follicles. This is supported by the fact that S. Typhi is an intracellular pathogen that targets the lymphoid tissues of the intestines. Macrophages in these areas serve as the primary host cells for the bacteria, allowing for their replication and evasion of the host immune response. Choices A, B, and C are incorrect because S. Typhi does not primarily multiply in the small intestine enterocytes, the lumen of the small intestine, or hepatocytes during the initial stages of infection.
Question 3 of 5
Primary immunodeficiency diseases are all of the listed, EXCEPT:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Gamma globulin, as it is not a primary immunodeficiency disease. Primary immunodeficiency diseases are genetic disorders that affect the immune system's ability to fight infections. A: Glanzmann-Riniker hypergammaglobulinemia is a rare primary immunodeficiency characterized by elevated levels of gammaglobulins. C: Variable hypogammaglobulinemia is a primary immunodeficiency disease where there are fluctuating levels of gammaglobulins. D: Bruton hypogammaglobulinemia, also known as X-linked agammaglobulinemia, is a primary immunodeficiency characterized by a lack of B cells and gammaglobulins. In summary, B is the correct answer as gamma globulin is not a primary immunodeficiency disease, whereas A, C, and D are all examples of primary immunodeficiency diseases affecting gammaglobulins levels.
Question 4 of 5
Degenerative changes resulting from viral propagation in infected cell cultures are referred as:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: cytopathic effect. When viruses infect cell cultures, they induce degenerative changes known as cytopathic effects, which include cell shrinkage, rounding, detachment, and cell death. This term specifically refers to the damage caused by viral replication within the cells. A: Cytolytic effect refers to the destruction of cells by viruses, which is a more specific type of cytopathic effect involving cell lysis. C: Cytotoxic effect typically refers to the toxic effects of substances on cells, not specifically related to viral propagation. D: The statement that all three answers are correct is incorrect as only option B accurately describes the degenerative changes resulting from viral propagation in infected cell cultures.
Question 5 of 5
Reassortment of gene segments can occur in one of the following families:
Correct Answer: B
Rationale: The correct answer is B: Family Reoviridae. Reassortment of gene segments occurs in segmented viruses like Reoviruses. In Reoviridae, each segment encodes a specific protein, allowing for reassortment to generate new strains. Togaviridae (A) is a non-segmented virus, not capable of reassortment. Picornaviridae (C) and Paramyxoviruses (D) are also non-segmented viruses, limiting their ability for reassortment. Therefore, the correct choice is B due to the segmented nature of Reoviruses allowing for genetic reassortment.