Across
- 4. A severe and rapid allergic reaction involving difficulty breathing and swelling.
- 6. Human immunodeficiency virus.
- 9. Lymphocyte that matures into a plasma cell and secretes antibodies.
- 11. One of the small bean-shaped organs of the lymphatic system where lymphocytes are produced and harmful bacteria is filtered.
- 13. Protein-rich interstitial fluid that accumulates in tissue spaces.
- 14. Inflammation of lymph nodes.
- 16. A type of white blood cell that helps the body fight against disease and infection.
- 17. Antibodies secreted by plasma cells in response to antigens.
- 19. White blood cells produced in bone marrow.
- 21. A recognized foreign substance that incites an immune response.
- 22. Cancer of the lymph nodes and lymph tissue.
- 23. Spaces between cells, organs, and tissues.
Down
- 1. Poison produced by bacteria, animals, or plants.
- 2. Weakened or killed microorganisms, toxins, or other proteins given to strengthen immunity to infection or disease.
- 3. Swelling of tissues due to damaged lymphatic vessels.
- 4. Regarding diseases that occur when the immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells.
- 5. A substance that can cause an allergic reaction.
- 7. Endocrine located under the sternum where T-lymphocytes are produced.
- 8. Source of fluid leakage due to blood pressure.
- 10. Largest lymph organ responsible for storing blood, destroying old blood cells, and producing lymphocytes.
- 12. Acquired immunodeficiency syndrome.
- 14. Protein produced by B cells to destroy antigens.
- 15. Body’s ability to resist foreign organisms and toxins.
- 18. Slippery gel-like substance produced to prevent pathogenic invasion into body tissues.
- 20. Milky fluid comprised of dietary triglycerides, lipids, and proteins.