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Do you know how the immune system protects the human body from diseases? Test your knowledge with our quick health quiz.

Do you know how the immune system protects the human body from diseases? Test your knowledge with our quick health quiz.

1. What is the immune system?




2. In which part of the body are white blood cells made?




3. What are the main components of pus?




4. Is fever an immune system response?




5. What are suppressor cells?




6. Which of the following body systems is considered part of the immune system?




7. Which other parts of the body help defend against microbes?




8. What is an autoimmune disorder?




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Score 0 to 2:
You don’t know much about the immune system at all. It might be a good idea to do some reading on the topic.

Score 3 to 5:
You have a general idea, but the immune system is still a bit of a mystery to you.

Score 6 to 8:
Congratulations, you show an impressive understanding of the immune system.

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Last reviewed: October 2011

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