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It depends on which responses you are talking about. In the autonomic system of the body that protects if from harm, the first response is quicker and the secondary response is more robust, and that is because it takes longer to involve more systems in the body to be called into action.

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What is the secondary response to invasion by the same microbe?

The secondary response to invasion by the same microbe is more rapid and robust due to memory T and B cells that were generated during the primary response. This leads to a quicker and more effective elimination of the invading microbe, providing long-lasting immunity against future infections by the same microbe.


Which immunoglobulin is found secreted in the secondary response?

There are two immunoglobulins in exocrine secretions: lgA & lgE


Would lack of memory B cells for a particular antigen impact the primary or secondary humoral response?

Lack of memory B cells for a specific antigen would primarily impact the secondary humoral response. Memory B cells play a critical role in mounting a more rapid and robust immune response upon re-exposure to the antigen during a secondary response.


Which cell types initiate a secondary immune response?

Memory B cells and memory T cells are the cell types that initiate a secondary immune response. Memory cells are formed after an initial exposure to a specific pathogen and rapidly respond upon re-exposure, leading to a quicker and more robust immune response.


Why is secondary response more rapid?

Secondary responses are faster because memory B cells generated from the primary response remain in the body and are able to quickly recognize and respond to the same antigen upon re-exposure. This allows for a more rapid and robust immune response, leading to faster production of antibodies and elimination of the pathogen more efficiently.


What is a characteristic part of the secondary immune response?

Memory B cells are a characteristic part of the secondary immune response. They are formed during the primary immune response and can quickly recognize and respond to a previously encountered antigen by producing antibodies. This results in a faster and more robust immune response upon subsequent exposure to the same antigen.


What are the functional advantages of the shortcut of the extrinsic pathway and of the multiple steps of the intrinsic pathway?

The extrinsic pathway shortcut allows for a rapid response to tissue injury by activating factor X directly, leading to a quicker initiation of the coagulation cascade. The multiple steps of the intrinsic pathway provide amplification of the coagulation response, resulting in a more robust clot formation and greater sensitivity to stimuli.


What immune cell allows for subsequent recognition of an antigen resulting in a secondary response?

White blood cells, or leukocytes. The two basic types of leukocytes are: # phagocytes, cells that destroy invading organisms. # lymphocytes, cells cause the body to remember and recognize previous invaders and help the body destroy them.


What is the role of memory cells in an immune response?

Memory cells play a crucial role in the immune response by providing long-lasting immunity against previously encountered pathogens. After an initial infection or vaccination, these specialized cells, primarily memory B cells and memory T cells, persist in the body. They enable the immune system to recognize and respond more rapidly and effectively to future infections by the same pathogen, leading to a more robust and quicker immune response. This memory function is essential for the effectiveness of vaccines and contributes to long-term protection against diseases.


Why do some T cells remain in the body even after successfully getting rid of an intruder?

Some T cells can remain in the body as memory T cells after successfully combating an intruder. These memory T cells allow for a faster and more robust immune response upon future encounters with the same pathogen, providing better protection and quicker control of the infection.


Does the first exposure to a pathogen result in a much faster immune response than the second exposure to the same pathogen?

After your first exposure to a pathogen, you have memory T-cells that will remember the antigen of the pathogen so in the future if you would come in contact with the same pathogen your body would recognize it right away and be able to kill it much faster.


How does memory cell keep a person from getting sick?

Memory cells are a type of immune cell that "remember" an encounter with a specific pathogen. When the same pathogen is encountered again, memory cells mount a faster and more robust immune response, helping to quickly eliminate the pathogen before it can cause a full-blown illness. This quicker and more effective response is what helps prevent a person from getting sick upon subsequent encounters with the same pathogen.