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antibody
protein produced by B cell lymphocytesn to destroy antigens
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antigen
substance that the body recognizes as foreign; evokes an immune response. Most antigens are proteins or protein fragments found on the surface of bacteria, viruses, or organ transplant tissue cells.
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immunity
body's ability to resist foreign organisms and toxins. This includes natural immunity and acquired immunity.
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immunoglobulins
antibodies (gamma globulins) such as IgA, IgE, IgG, IgM and IgD that are secreted by plasma cells in response to the presence of an antigen.
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tolerance
the ability of T lymphocytes to recognize and accept the body's own antigens as "self" or friendly. Once tolerance is established, the immune system will not react against the body.
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vaccine
weakened or killed micoorganisms, toxins, or other proteins given to induce immunity to infection or disease.
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AIDS
group of clinical signs and symptoms associated with suppression of the immune system and marked by opportunistic infection, secondary neoplasms, and neurologic problems.
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allergy
abnormal hypersensitivity acquired by exposure to an antigen
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multiple myeloma
malignant tumor of bone marrow cells
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