Which of the following is NOT part of the first line of defense? fever

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Which of the following is NOT part of the first line of defense?
fever
lysozyme
mucus
skin
Transcribed Image Text:QUESTION 4 Which of the following is NOT part of the first line of defense? fever lysozyme mucus skin
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The many defensive categories of the innate immune system do not work individually, rather they are interconnected and interdependent. To keep viruses out of the human body, the first line of defense/innate immune system is critical.The innate immune system defends against pathogenic intruders in a generic manner. It is divided into three types: chemical, cellular, and physical protection. It is also referred to as the pathogen's initial line of defense.

 

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