BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9781260169614
Author: Raven
Publisher: RENT MCG
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Chapter 50, Problem 3S
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To explain:

That some people never catch cold due to difference in receptors on their respective cell surfaces.

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The body mechanisms that protect against the infections are innate immunity and adaptive immunity. Innate immunity is also known as non-specific defense, which provides response regardless of exposure numbers and pathogen type. Innate immunity provides response to invading pathogens which involves both blood cells and soluble factors.

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