Match the meanings with their correct terms:
-atopy
A)Mass of lymph tissue in the nasopharynx
B)Syndrome marked by enlargement of the spleen
C)Suppression or deficiency of the immune response caused by exposure to HIV
D)A hypersensitivity or allergic state involving an inherited predisposition
E)Exaggerated hypersensitivity reaction
F)Antibodies secreted by plasma cells
G)Antiviral proteins secreted by T cells
H)Lymph nodes in the neck
I)Malignancy of lymph nodes
J)Large phagocyte found in lymph nodes

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Atopy refers specifically to a genetic predisposition to develop hypersensitivity reactions to common environmental allergens, such as pollen or dust mites.

Answer: A
 A mass of lymph tissue in the nasopharynx is called an adenoid, which is part of the immune system's first line of defense against inhaled pathogens.

Answer: C
 The suppression or deficiency of the immune response caused by exposure to HIV is called immunodeficiency, specifically acquired immunodeficiency syndrome (AIDS).

Answer: E
 An exaggerated hypersensitivity reaction is known as an allergic reaction, which occurs when the immune system overreacts to a usually harmless substance.

Answer: F
 Antibodies secreted by plasma cells are called immunoglobulins or antibodies, which are proteins that recognize and neutralize pathogens or other foreign substances in the body.

Answer: G
 Interferons are antiviral proteins secreted by T cells and other immune cells that help to inhibit viral replication and spread in infected cells.

Answer: H
 Lymph nodes in the neck are called cervical lymph nodes, which are part of the lymphatic system and play a key role in immune function and surveillance.

Answer: I
 A malignancy of lymph nodes is known as lymphoma, which can be either Hodgkin's or non-Hodgkin's depending on the specific type of lymphocyte involved.

Answer: J
 A large phagocyte found in lymph nodes is called a macrophage, which helps to engulf and destroy foreign substances or pathogens encountered in lymphatic tissues.

Match the Meanings with Their Correct Terms