Immune System

“marketplace” of lymphocytes within the lymph system

“marketplace” of lymphocytes within the circulatory system

Protein

site of maturational processing of T lymphocytes (from stem cells of bone marrow)

any chemical, substance, organism, etc. that disrupts homeostasis and/or deters nor normal bodily functions

“dirt” , toxic wastes, chemicals, poisons, pollen, etc.

disease causing organisms, e.g., bacteria, virus, fungus, protozoa

tape worm, protozoa (giardia), virus

Prokaryotes, single celled organism which have no intracellular organelles, no nucleus but do have a cell wall

Yes, too much can cause diseases.

Bacteria

strep throat, pneumonia, etc.

skin infection, toxic shock syndrome, syphilis

inhibits the development of the cell wall of bacteria

Bacteria

Very small microorganism, small package of DNA or RNA encased in a protein capsule.

Use our cells to make more of themselves by copying their RNA/DNA

a virus infiltrates mammalian cells and uses the cellular organelles to perpetuate itself. Deprives the cell of its normal function.

single celled or multicellular organisms. molds, yeasts, mushrooms, etc.

single celled animals that live in very moist environments

include all of the different types of WBC

Released during an allergic reaction. Runny nose, itchy eyes, etc.

make chemicals that destroy parasitic worms

a mobile Phagocytic specialist whose mission is one of the “search and destroy” (make up the majority of WBC, 60-70%)