Refer to the Figure Illustrating an Immune Response to an Antigen

question 225

Short Answer

Refer to the figure illustrating an immune response to an antigen. The cell labeled "A" is a B lymphocyte and the cell labeled "B" is a(n) _______.These cells are involved in a humoral immune response.

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Definitions:

Infundibulum

A funnel-shaped cavity or structure, especially the stalk connecting the pituitary gland to the hypothalamus in the brain.

Fimbriae

Finger-like projections at the end of the fallopian tubes that help guide the egg from the ovary towards the uterus.

Ciliary Action

The movement of cilia, small hair-like structures, which work to move particles or fluids over the surface of certain cells.

Corpus Luteum

A temporary endocrine structure in female ovaries that is involved in the production of progesterone and estrogen during the menstrual cycle and early pregnancy.