Question

Identify the effects of the disorders that weaken the immune system.

1.There is a decrease in the production of
.

2.Immune cells mistake healthy cells as
.

3.Abnormal cells crowd out
cells and steal nutrients.

4.The body is susceptible to
.

Answer 1

1. There is a decrease in the production of white blood cells (lymphocytes) and antibodies.
2. Immune cells mistake healthy cells as foreign invaders (antigens/pathogens).
3. Abnormal cells crowd out normal (healthy) blood and bone marrow cells and steal nutrients.
4. The body is susceptible to infections (especially opportunistic infections).