Question
Biology Question on Immune System
Select the incorrect statement with respect to acquired immunity:
A
Primary response is produced when our body encounters a pathogen for the first time.
B
Anamnestic response is elicited on subsequent encounters with the same pathogen
C
Anamnestic response is due to memory of first encounter
D
Acquired immunity is non-specific type of defense present at the time of birth
Answer
Acquired immunity is non-specific type of defense present at the time of birth
Explanation
Solution
Non-specific type of defense present at the time of birth is innate immunity. Acquired immunity develops later in life upon encounter with antigens. It is therefore also called specific immunity, since it tailors its attack to a specific antigen previously encountered.