According to the Immune Surveillance Theory,when the Immune System Is

question 5

Multiple Choice

According to the immune surveillance theory,when the immune system is overwhelmed by cancer cells or weakened by stress:

• A) the activity of NK cells is suppressed.
• B) immunocompetence is increased.
• C) T and B lymphocytes begin to proliferate.
• D) autoimmune disorders develop.

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Definitions:

Dermis

The thick layer of living tissue below the epidermis, containing nerve endings, sweat glands, and hair follicles, contributing to skin's flexibility and strength.

Liver Disease

A broad category of diseases and conditions that affect the functioning of the liver, including hepatitis, fatty liver disease, and cirrhosis.

Jaundice

A medical condition characterized by yellowing of the skin and the whites of the eyes, caused by elevated levels of bilirubin in the blood.

Melanocytes

Cells located in the bottom layer of the skin's epidermis and in the middle layer of the eye, responsible for producing melanin, the pigment that colors the skin, hair, and eyes.