Across
- 5. Pattern Recognition Receptors
- 10. White blood cells that have dark staining granules.
- 11. The production of blood cells.
- 13. Small, active molecules that are constantly being secreted to regulate, stimulate, suppress, and otherwise control the many aspects of cell development and immunity.
- 14. Granulocytes that involve in allergic and anti-helminth responses.
- 15. Small protein produced naturally by certain white blood and tissue cells; directed against viruses.
Down
- 1. White blood cells that do not have granules and typically have large nuclei.
- 2. Phagocytic cells that are agranulocytes and originate from monocytes.
- 3. A local hormone that acts as the most profuse and fastest acting allergic mediator.
- 4. The ingestion and breakdown of foreign substances including bacteria.
- 6. Pattern-Associated Molecular Patterns
- 7. A fluid rich in white blood cells, dead pathogens, and cell debris from damaged tissues.
- 8. Phagocytic cells that are granulocytes and are called "First Responders" to an infection.
- 9. A systemic inflammatory response triggered by substances released by macrophages.
- 12. Agent that has potential to cause disease.