Register Number
SATHYABAMA UNIVERSITY
(Established under section 3 of UGC Act,1956)
Course & Branch :B.Tech - BME/BTE
Title of the Paper :Introduction to Immunology
Sub. Code :SBTX1007 (2010)
Date :07/05/2012
Max. Marks:80
Time : 3 Hours
Session :FN
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1.
PART - A
(10 x 2 = 20)
Answer ALL the Questions
Expand: ADCC, LFA-1, DTH and NK cells.
2.
Define antigen with two of its features.
3.
Mention briefly on neutrophils.
4.
What are mAbs and their advantage?
5.
Write a note on cytokines.
6.
What is immunosuppressant? Give two examples.
7.
What are the ways to prevent graft rejection?
8.
Enumerate the causes of cancer.
9.
What is meant by agglutination?
10. Bring out the advantages of RIA over ELISA?
PART – B
Answer ALL the Questions
(5 x 12 = 60)
11. Explain different types of immunity with suitable examples.
(or)
12. Describe the anatomy and functions of lymph node and spleen.
13. Write concisely on the different cells of immune system.
(or)
14. Differentiate the structure and functions of IgGs.
15. Write notes on:
(a) Antigen Presenting Cells
(b) Phagocytosis
(or)
16. (a) What is called MHC?
(b) Explain the structure of class I and II molecules.
(4)
(8)
17. (a) Define and classify hypersensitivity.
(b)What are the main allergens and their diagnosis?
(or)
18. (a) Discuss various proposed mechanisms of autoimmunity. (8)
(b) Write about an autoimmune disease.
(4)
19. Describe the principle, method and applications of ELISA
(or)
20. Write short notes on:
(a) Types of antigen-antibody reactions.
(b) Types of immunoelectrophoresis and applications.