Chapter Questions
Explain how the lymphatic system is related to the cardiovascular system.
Trace the general pathway of lymph from the interstitial spaces to the bloodstream.
Identify and describe the location of the major lymphatic trunks and collecting ducts.
Distinguish between tissue fluid and lymph.
Describe the primary functions of lymph.
Explain how physical exercise promotes lymphatic circulation.
Explain how a lymphatic obstruction leads to edema.
Describe the structure of a lymph node and list its major functions.
Locate the major body regions occupied by lymph nodes.
Describe the structure and functions of the thymus gland.
Describe the structure and functions of the spleen.
Distinguish between specific and nonspecific body defenses against infection
Explain what is meant by species resistance
Name two mechanical barriers to infection.
Describe how enzymatic actions function as defense mechanisms
Detine interferon and explain its action.
List the major symptoms of inflammation and explain why each occurs.
Identify the major phagocytic cells in the blood and other tissues
Define the reficuloendothelial tissue and explain its importance
Discuss the origin and function of T-lymphocytes and B-lymphocytes
Distinguish between an antigen and an antibody
Explain how macrophages are thought to function in programming lymphocytes
Describe how lymphocytes are thought to recognize specific antigens
Distinguish between cellular immunity and humoral immunity
List the major types of immunoglobulin and describe their similarities and differences.
Explain the function of complement.
Distinguish between a primary and a secondary immune response.
Define plasma cell
Distinguish between active and passive immunity.
Define a vaccine and explain its action
Explain the relationship between an allergic reaction and an immune response.
Distinguish between an antigen and an allergen.
List the major events leading to an allergic reaction
Explain the relationship between a tissue rejection and an immune response.
describe two methods used to reduce the severity of a tissue rejection reaction
Detine autoimmune disease.
Explain how an autoimmune disease might develop.