(BIOS 255 Week 5 Virtual Lab)
Part 1 Labster “Introduction to Immunology: Explore the immune system and save the world” As you complete the lab, have the lab report ready to record data. The theory section is a helpful resource.
Part 2 Complete the lab report.
Immune System Lab Report
- Describe components of the immune system by completing the following chart (see theory):
- What is the primary mode by which a macrophage engulfs pathogens? (1/2 point)
- What is a major functional difference between B cells and T cells? (½ point)
- Pathogens have been mutating and sharing resistance genes for millions of years. As such they have developed some very effective methods to evade, subvert and destroy the immune response. Identify 2 methods of immune evasion. ( 1/2 point each for total of 1 point)
- Record the data from the samples: (½ point each box for total of 4 points)
- Interpret the results of Samples 1, 3, 7, and 8 by completing the following Consider the significance of the presence or absence of IgM and/or IgG.
- Discuss the benefit of vaccinations. ( 1 1/2 points)
