What Are Lymphocytes

question 35

Multiple Choice

What are lymphocytes?

• A)Red blood cells
• B)A specific type of antigen
• C)White blood cells
• D)Cells responsible for clotting

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Definitions:

Rh Incompatibility

A condition that arises during pregnancy if an Rh-negative mother's immune system reacts against Rh-positive baby blood cells.

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system that recognize, bind to, and help neutralize foreign substances such as bacteria and viruses.

Thalidomide

A medication once used during pregnancy that led to severe birth defects, now used under strict controls for some diseases, including multiple myeloma and certain skin conditions.

Birth Defects

Abnormalities of structure, function, or body metabolism present at birth that can lead to physical or mental disability, or sometimes death.