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Well, you first get infected from a scratch or bite, then the infection spreads into the bloodstream, getting by the first line of defence. The second line of defence, would be the white blood cells. They try overcome or "swallow" the infection.
the third line of defense, is the anitgens. If all else fails, your f*cked.
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What is the function of the integmenyary system?
the integumentary system is the skin and the bodys first line of defense.
When does the bodys second line of defense come into play?
when it gets past the first line (the skin)
What are your bodys first line defenses against pathogens in general?
Your skin is the first line of defense.
What is the bodys defense against disease and foreign substances?
Neutrophils
The bodys most specific defense mechanism is the what?
The adaptive or specific defense mechanisms: lymphocytes, antibodies, and macrophages.
Which of these is one of the bodys first lines of defence against infections?
its killer T cells
Why do you close your eyes whenever you sneeze?
This is your bodys natural defense to protect the eyes. It is a reflex.
What are the bodys three main lines of defense against antigens?
Barriers, The Inflammation Process, and Antibodies.
What is the bodys first defense against bacteria and viruses?
Lysozymes
What is the main line of defense?
The skin is the "first line of defense".
Which one of the following participate in the bodys second line of defence?
interferons
What is first line of defense and what is second line of defense?
skin and mucous membranes first line of defense second line-leukocytes and macrophages, inflammation and fever third is immune system
