The Immune System As A Protective System
The Immune System as a Protective System (9851-10)
Examine the innate mechanisms of phagocytic cells such as neutrophils, monocytes and the many types of macrophages. The function of skin and mucous membranes is detailed as well as a review of the chemical and soluble mediators of the immune system. The alternate pathway of complement, interferon and acute macrophage-lymphocyte interaction are also addressed.
| Code |
9851-10 |
| Niveau |
Fondamental |
Prix membres
$0
Prix non-membres
$135
Renseignements additionnels
PEP hours: 16
CPS/ART credits: 0
Learning Outcomes:
- List the range of microorganisms that the body is exposed to and protects against.
- Outline the options, in concept only, that the body responds with on exposure to an infectious agent.
- Describe the major features of the innate immune system.
- Draw a cross-section of normal skin.
- Detail the function of skin and mucous membranes as a protective mechanism.
- Describe the maturation steps from an uncommitted stem cell to a mature phagocytic cell.
- List the various types of macrophage and their body location.
- Describe in more detail the function of macrophages.
- List the substances secreted by macrophages and monocytes.
- Tabulate the disorders of the phagocytic system.
- Describe in detail the phagocytic and bacterial cell killing function of neutrophils.
- List the functions of interferon.
- Outline in detail the activation of the alternate pathway of complement.
- Describe in detail the function of acute phase reactants.
Instructor: John Chapman, FCSMLS, FIMLS, CLSp(H)
Prerequisites: None
Textbook: N/A
Equipment: Computer with Internet is required
Start Date: Upon registration
Completion: Up to 52 weeks
Version Date: February 2010