Question

Which process provides immunity against antigens and pathogens in the body fluids? A. nonspecific response B. inflammatory response C. humoral immunity D. cell-mediated immunity

Answer 1

The humoral immunity provides immunity against the antigens and pathogens that are circulating in the body fluids, such as the lymph and blood. The humoral immunity involves the B-cells and helper T cells. It is also known as the antibody-meditated response. The B-cells recognize the pathogens. When the B cells are activated with the help of the helper T cells, they proliferate and produce plasma cells containing the antibodies.

Hence, the answer is 'Option C - humoral immunity'.

Answer 2

The process provides immunity against antigens and pathogens in the body fluids is called humoral immunity .

Hence, option C is correct .

Humoral immunity is mediated by the complement proteins, antimicrobial peptides and antibodies etc. It is called humoral immunity because it is found in body fluids and humors.