1.61. Inflammatory Response http://www.ck12.org
- phagocyte: Type of white blood cell that ingests and destroys pathogens and dead cells.
- phagocytosis: Engulfing of a large particle, such as a pathogen, by the cell.
Summary
- If pathogens enter your body, inflammation occurs.
- White blood cells called phagocytes travel to areas of the body that are inflamed.
Practice
Use the resource below to answer the questions that follow.
- Our Immune Systemat http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MI-BLaj5nFk (4:53)
MEDIA
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- What is a macrophage? What does it do when it recognizes a "non-self" substance?
- What are cytokines? What message do they send to the rest of the body’s cells?
- How do macrophages interact with T-cells? Where does this interaction occur?
Review
- Describe inflammation.
- A fever is a sign of infection. Why might it be considered a good sign?