Steps of the Inflammatory Response definitions Flashcards

A series of four steps that occur during tissue damage and infection to eliminate microbes.

The narrowing of blood vessels to prevent blood loss immediately after tissue injury.

Cells residing in tissues that release cytokines and inflammatory mediators upon infection.

Signaling proteins released by cells, especially in response to infection, to mediate inflammation.

An inflammatory mediator released by mast cells that promotes inflammation and vasodilation.

The enlargement of blood vessels, increasing permeability to allow immune cells to reach infection sites.

The migration of immune cells through blood vessel walls into infected tissues.

A fluid mix of blood plasma, proteins, and immune cells that exits the bloodstream to the infection site.

The first type of immune cells recruited to an infection site, performing phagocytosis.

Immune cells that perform phagocytosis to engulf and eliminate microbes and dead cells.

The process by which cells engulf and digest microbes and debris.

The release of antimicrobial substances from immune cells to destroy microbes.

The body's first line of defense against pathogens, including skin and mucous membranes.

A suffix indicating inflammation, as seen in conditions like meningitis and arthritis.

A condition characterized by inflammation of the joints, potentially causing damage.