Understandings:
- Every organism has unique molecules on the surface of its cells.
- B lymphocytes are activated by T lymphocytes in mammals.
- Plasma cells secrete antibodies.
- Activated B cells multiply to form clones of plasma cells and memory cells.
- Antibodies aid the destruction of pathogens.
- Immunity depends upon the persistence of memory cells.
- Vaccines contain antigens that trigger immunity but do not cause the disease.
- Pathogens can be species-specific although others can cross species barriers.
- White cells release histamine in response to allergens.
- Histamines cause allergic symptoms.
- Fusion of a tumor cell with an antibody-producing plasma cell creates a hybridoma cell.
- Monoclonal antibodies are produced by hybridoma cells.
- Antigens on the surface of red blood cells stimulate antibody production in a person with a different blood group.
- Smallpox was the first infectious disease of humans to have been eradicated by vaccination.Monoclonal antibodies to HCG are used to pregnancy test kits.
- Analysis of epidemiological data related to vaccination programs.
- Consider ethical implications of research- Jenner tested his vaccine for smallpox in a child.
Powerpoints
| 11.1_antibody_production.pptx |
Homeworks
| 11.1_hmwk.docx |
Helpful Links & Articles
Virtual Immune System Lab for 2/1 (Click on "Start Virtual Lab")
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kcxQyIfca4I
