Specific Proteins Produced by Cells of the Immune System in Response

question 26

Multiple Choice

Specific proteins produced by cells of the immune system in response to the presence of foreign molecules that circulate in the serum and are present in secretions such as saliva are called:

• A)antigens.
• B)immunoglobulins.
• C)cytokines.
• D)phagogens.

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Definitions:

Presbycusis

Age-related hearing loss, typically affecting higher frequencies, common in older adults.

Hyperopia

A condition often called farsightedness, where distant objects can be seen clearly but close ones do not come into proper focus.

Age-related Change

Changes in the physiological, cellular, or psychological aspects of an individual that occur naturally as part of the aging process.

Sensitivity To Touch

An increased response or discomfort to tactile stimuli on the skin's surface, often a sign of underlying conditions or disorders.