Topic: The Immune System

Immunity is a biological term that describes a state of having sufficient biological defenses to avoid pathogens or antigens capable of causing an immune response.  Immunity involves both specific and non-specific components. In this week’s discussion, we are going to discuss how the Immune System functions from a pathophysiology point of view identify drugs that affect the Immune System.  

Respond to each of the following questions below using complete sentences.

1. Explain how the body defends itself against infectious agents, foreign cells, and even abnormal body cells, such as cancer cells?

2. What is autoimmunity? Discuss one medication that is used to treat autoimmunity. How is it used to regulate immunity?

3. In your response, explain Why the PRICE attributes are important as they relate to your profession and/or when seeking a career?