Question

Consider the relevance, significance, advantages and disadvantages, and strengths and weaknesses of having a cell-mediated and a humoral response. Detail the significance of the speed and specificity of the response in relation to the defense process and progression of the disease in the body.

Answer 1

Humoral immunity protects the body against extracellular pathogens and their toxins. Cell-mediated immunity protects the body against intracellular pathogens. Recognises pathogens in circulating in blood or lymph.

celluler immunity is very specific compared with humoral