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1. Introduction to Anatomy & Physiology5h 43m
2. Cell Chemistry & Cell Components12h 36m
3. Energy & Cell Processes10h 6m
4. Tissues & Histology10h 3m
5. Integumentary System2h 20m
6. Bones & Skeletal Tissue2h 16m
7. The Skeletal System2h 35m
8. Joints2h 17m
9. Muscle Tissue2h 33m
10. Muscles1h 11m
11. Nervous Tissue and Nervous System1h 35m
12. The Central Nervous System1h 6m
- Introduction to the Central Nervous System
  18m
- The Cerebrum
  48m
13. The Peripheral Nervous System1h 26m
14. The Autonomic Nervous System1h 38m
15. The Special Senses2h 41m
16. The Endocrine System2h 48m
17. The Blood3h 22m
18. The Heart3h 42m
19. The Blood Vessels3h 35m
20. The Lymphatic System3h 16m
21. The Immune System14h 37m
22. The Respiratory System3h 20m
23. The Digestive System2h 5m
24. Metabolism and Nutrition4h 0m
25. The Urinary System2h 39m
26. Fluid and Electrolyte Balance, Acid Base Balance37m
27. The Reproductive System2h 5m
28. Human Development1h 21m
29. Heredity3h 32m

21. The Immune System

Introduction to Adaptive Immunity

Anatomy & Physiology

21. The Immune System

Introduction to Adaptive Immunity

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What type of infection would cell-mediated immunity most effectively clear?

Bacterial infections

Parasitic infections

Fungal infections

Viral infections

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Understand the role of cell-mediated immunity: Cell-mediated immunity is primarily responsible for defending against intracellular pathogens, such as viruses, which reside within host cells.

Recognize the key players: T cells, particularly cytotoxic T cells (CD8+), are crucial in cell-mediated immunity. They identify and destroy infected host cells presenting viral antigens.

Differentiate between types of pathogens: Bacterial, parasitic, and fungal infections are often extracellular and are typically targeted by humoral immunity (antibody-mediated).

Identify the nature of viral infections: Viruses replicate inside host cells, making them less accessible to antibodies. This is where cell-mediated immunity is most effective.

Conclude the effectiveness: Given the intracellular nature of viral infections, cell-mediated immunity is most effective in clearing these types of infections.