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Which system relates to the body's defense mechanisms against infection disease and foreign substance?
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∙ 10y ago
the immune system
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Are non specific defence mechanisms more effective than specific defense mechanisms if so why?
Non specific defense mechanisms are more effective because they work against all bacteria and viruses. Examples are skin or tears. Specific defense mechanisms like antibodies work against one type of bacteria or virus. They're needed if a pathogen gets past the nonspecific defense mechanisms.
Is the integumentary system the second and third line of defense against infection?
The integumentary system is one of the first lines of defense against infection. It provides a physical and chemical barrier against the entry of pathogens.
A specific defense is a lymphocyte?
Human body has many defense mechanisms against foreign pathogens. These mechanisms are divided into two groups, the specific mechanisms and non-specific mechanisms. The main leukocytes usually proliferate and participate in the inflammatory response against bacterial infections neutrophils. In this type of ignition increases the blood level of these cells, a clinical condition.
Which system functions in defense against infection and disease?
lymphatic
Why must your bodies have defense mechanisms?
Those defense mechanisms are designed to protect you from diseases and infections.
One of the best lines of defense against bacterial infection is washing your hands?
Yes it is a good line of defense.
What are the ligers defense mechanisms?
the ligers are a cross between a lion and a tiger their defense mechanisms are their teeth and their claws
What blood cells is the primary line of defense against a bacterial infection?
neutrophil
Why should you avoid using defense mechanisms too frequently?
Defense mechanisms are part of the unconscious. Therefore one cannot really control what mechanisms he/she uses.
What defense mechanism operates by pushing anxiety-provoking material into the unconscious?
The defense mechanism that operates by pushing anxiety-provoking material into the unconscious is repression. This process involves blocking disturbing or threatening thoughts, feelings, or memories from conscious awareness to prevent them from causing distress.
What is the body's first line of defence against hiv?
The body's first line of defense against infection is the skin.
What organ provides the first line of defense against infection?
Skin
