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Key Terms
These are the key terms and concepts covered in this lesson. After you have
learned a term, take a moment to write out your own explanation of the term.
Adhesion molecules
Cytokines
Circulating leukocytes
Dendritic cells
Endothelial cells
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Macrophages
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Mast cells
Microbes
Monocytes
Neutrophils
Phagocytosis
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Concept Video Notes
Use the space below to jot down key points for each concept video. Attempt
to make connections between the concepts explained in these videos and
others already covered in the course. Are you unsure about any of the content?
Formation of Pus
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Learning Objectives
After you have completed the lesson, go through the learning objectives again.
Are you able to fill in a complete response to each learning objective?
2) Contrast the functions of the two main types of phagocytic immune cells - neutrophils and macrophages.
5) Describe the leukocyte-endothelial interactions that lead to leukocyte recruitment into inflamed tissue.
6) Explain the steps taken by the immune system to respond to and eliminate a microbe that has breached an epithelial barrier.
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Summary Figure
Some of the steps in the inflammatory process are shown below. Can you identify and
number each step?
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