When a Strong T Cell Immune Response Against Mycobacterium Leprae

question 48

Short Answer

When a strong T cell immune response against Mycobacterium leprae fails to develop, (lepromatous/tuberculoid) leprosy results.

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Definitions:

Hindlimb

The back limbs of a quadruped animal, involved in locomotion and supporting the animal’s weight.

Common Fibular Nerve

A nerve in the lower leg that branches from the sciatic nerve and provides sensation and motor function to parts of the leg.

Sciatic Nerve

A major nerve extending from the lower end of the spinal cord down the back of the thigh, and dividing into the tibial and common peroneal nerves.

Common Fibular Nerve

A nerve in the leg that supplies muscles that flex the foot and toes, and provides sensation over part of the foot.