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Question 618
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Classification
Question
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Which component of the acquired immune response is principally associated with antibody production?
Question Stem
Select the single best answer.
Options
A
Cell-mediated immunity
B
Humoral immunity
C
Innate immunity
D
Phagocytosis
E
Acute-phase response
Explanation
Acquired immunity comprises humoral and cell-mediated components. B lymphocytes are responsible for antibody production and therefore form the cellular basis of humoral immunity.
Option Validity
A) Cell-mediated immunity is principally associated with T lymphocyte activity.
C) Innate immunity is distinct from acquired humoral immunity.
D) Phagocytosis is an important innate defence mechanism rather than antibody production.
E) The acute-phase response is included among innate defence mechanisms.
Further Reading
Saxena MRCOG-1 Basic Sciences — Immunology: Cells and Humoral Elements of Acquired Immunity, printed pages 208-211.