Question

What is cell-mediated immune response (CMI)?

Options

• The immune response mediated by antibodies in the blood

• The immune response involving the production of light and heavy chains

• The immune response mediated by T-lymphocytes

• The immune response that occurs only after vaccination

Answer 1

Cell-mediated immune response, also called cell-mediated immunity (CMI), is the type of immune response mediated by T-lymphocytes. This response is responsible for functions such as graft rejection and defence against intracellular pathogens.