Innate and adaptive immunity: innate vs acquired defenses

Immune System

Innate

Secretions

Adaptive

Physical

Blood

RBCs - Erythrocytes

WBCs - Leukocytes

Platelets - Cell fragments

Macrophages

Chemical

Born this way

Non-specific

Fast response

Doesn't change over time

No memory

Mucus

Tears

Earwax

Urine

Vaginal

Vomit, diarrhea, defecation

Skin

Lacrimal apparatus

Mucus membranes

Cilliary escalator

Sebum

Lysozymes

Gastric juices

Vaginal secretions

Acquired

Specific

Slow to respond initially

Change over time

Has memory

Phila

Granulocytes

Neutrophil

Phagocytes

Basophils

Eosinophils