- 1. Clinical immunology is the branch of medicine that focuses on diagnosing and treating disorders related to the immune system. This field encompasses a wide range of conditions, including allergies, autoimmune diseases, immunodeficiencies, and transplant rejection. Clinical immunologists work closely with patients to understand the underlying causes of their immune-related health issues and develop personalized treatment plans. They may utilize a variety of techniques, such as blood tests, imaging studies, and immunotherapy, to help manage and alleviate symptoms. By studying the body's immune responses, clinical immunologists play a crucial role in improving patient outcomes and enhancing overall quality of life.
What is the main function of T cells in immunology?
A) Secreting cytokines
B) Phagocytosis
C) Producing antibodies
D) Regulating immune responses
- 2. Which type of immunity is acquired through vaccination?
A) Adaptive immunity
B) Passive immunity
C) Cell-mediated immunity
D) Innate immunity
- 3. Which cells are responsible for antibody production?
A) B cells
B) NK cells
C) T cells
D) Macrophages
- 4. Which immunoglobulin is the most abundant in serum?
A) IgA
B) IgE
C) IgG
D) IgM
- 5. Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves IgE antibodies?
A) Type I
B) Type III
C) Type IV
D) Type II
- 6. Which cells express major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class II molecules?
A) Cytotoxic T cells
B) Antigen-presenting cells
C) Neutrophils
D) NK cells
- 7. Where do B cells mature and differentiate?
A) Spleen
B) Lymph nodes
C) Bone marrow
D) Thymus
- 8. What is the purpose of the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) in the immune system?
A) Presenting antigens to T cells
B) Producing antibodies
C) Regulating inflammation
D) Directly killing pathogens
- 9. Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves immune complex formation?
A) Type III
B) Type I
C) Type II
D) Type IV
- 10. What is the function of regulatory T cells?
A) Killing infected cells
B) Activating B cells
C) Producing antibodies
D) Suppressing immune responses
- 11. Which molecule is targeted by monoclonal antibody therapies in autoimmune diseases?
A) Cytokines
B) Immunoglobulins
C) MHC molecules
D) Complement proteins
- 12. Which cells secrete antibodies in response to antigens?
A) Plasma cells
B) Mast cells
C) T cells
D) Memory B cells
- 13. Which cells are responsible for immune surveillance against cancer cells?
A) Dendritic cells
B) Regulatory T cells
C) Macrophages
D) Natural killer cells
- 14. Where do T cells mature?
A) Bone marrow
B) Lymph nodes
C) Thymus
D) Spleen
- 15. Which immunodeficiency disorder is caused by a genetic defect in B cells?
A) DiGeorge syndrome
B) Ataxia-telangiectasia
C) X-linked agammaglobulinemia
D) SCID
- 16. Which cytokine promotes the differentiation of B cells into plasma cells?
A) IFN-gamma
B) IL-2
C) IL-6
D) TNF-alpha
- 17. Which type of immunodeficiency disorder is characterized by low levels of immunoglobulins in the blood?
A) Ataxia-telangiectasia
B) CVID
C) Hypogammaglobulinemia
D) DiGeorge syndrome
- 18. Which antibody is involved in defense against parasites?
A) IgE
B) IgM
C) IgA
D) IgG
- 19. Which cytokine is responsible for promoting growth and differentiation of B cells?
A) Interleukin-4
B) Tumor necrosis factor
C) Interleukin-10
D) Interferon-gamma
- 20. Which immunoglobulin plays a role in mucosal immunity and provides passive immunity to infants through breast milk?
A) IgD
B) IgM
C) IgE
D) IgA
- 21. What is the primary function of toll-like receptors in the innate immune response?
A) Regulate inflammation
B) Activate complement system
C) Recognize pathogen-associated molecular patterns
D) Induce antibody production
- 22. Which of the following is not a major histocompatibility complex (MHC) class II molecule?
A) HLA-DR
B) CD8
C) HLA-DP
D) HLA-DQ
- 23. What is the hallmark of a secondary immune response compared to a primary immune response?
A) Higher antigen dose required for response
B) Decreased antibody production
C) Fewer memory cells generated
D) Faster and more robust response
- 24. Which pattern recognition receptor is responsible for recognizing bacterial cell wall components such as lipopolysaccharide?
A) NOD2
B) TLR9
C) TLR4
D) RIG-I
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