Immunity That Results from Antibodies That Pass the Placenta from Mother

question 174

Multiple Choice

Immunity that results from antibodies that pass the placenta from mother to fetus is called ________ immunity.

• A)naturally acquired active
• B)naturally acquired passive
• C)passive
• D)auto
• E)innate

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Definitions:

Vasa Recta

refers to the series of straight blood vessels in the kidney that serve a crucial role in the process of urine concentration.

Countercurrent Mechanism

A mechanism of exchange in which fluids flow in opposite directions, enhancing the transfer of heat or solutes, often found in biological systems like kidneys and fish gills.

Vasa Recta

The network of capillaries surrounding the loop of Henle in the kidney, playing a crucial role in the concentration of urine.

Loop of Henle

A section of the nephron in the kidney that plays a crucial role in concentrating urine and conserving water.