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NEET BIOLOGYHuman Health and DiseaseMedium

Question

Humans have an acquired immune system that produces antibodies to neutralize pathogens. However, the innate immune system is still present at the time of birth because it:

A

is very specific and uses different macrophages

B

produces memory cells for mounting a fast secondary response

C

has natural killer cells that can phagocytose and destroy microbes

D

provides passive immunity

Step-by-Step Solution

innate immunity is a non-specific type of defense present at the time of birth. It includes cellular barriers such as 'natural killer (type of lymphocytes) in the blood as well as macrophages in tissues' which 'can phagocytose and destroy microbes'. In contrast, specificity and memory cells are characteristics of acquired immunity.

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET BIOLOGY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Human Health and Disease. Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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