alleryInnate immunity is best described as:
ANon-specific defence present from birth
BSpecific defence developed over time
CAcquired only through vaccination
DLimited to antibodies and B-cells
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Non-specific defence present from birth
INNATE IMMUNITY is non-specific (works against all pathogens), present from birth, and acts immediately.
**Components:** skin/mucus barrier, neutrophils, macrophages, NK cells, complement.
ACQUIRED immunity is specific and has memory.
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