Cells That Respond to Injury by Dividing to Assist in Connective

question 109

Multiple Choice

Cells that respond to injury by dividing to assist in connective tissue repair are

• A) mast cells.
• B) fibroblasts.
• C) plasma cells.
• D) mesenchymal stem cells.
• E) lymphocytes.

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Definitions:

Active Natural Immunity

Immunity that develops after exposure to a disease-causing organism, leading to the production of antibodies and immunological memory.

Developing Disease

The process by which a disease begins to form or increase in severity, involving the progression from initial symptoms to more severe conditions.

Vaccinated

Being vaccinated refers to having received a vaccine, which is a substance that stimulates the body's immune response against diseases.

Hypersensitivity

An exaggerated immune response to a foreign substance that can lead to allergies and other immune disorders.