Which of the Following Immune Mechanisms May Be Decreased in Patients

Question

Which of the following immune mechanisms may be decreased in patients with malignancy?
A) Cell-mediated immune response
B) Antibody production
C) Mucous membranes barriers
D) All of the above

Accepted Answer

Patients with malignancy have a decreased immune response due to the cancer cells suppressing the immune system. This can affect all aspects of the immune system, including the cell-mediated immune response, antibody production, and mucous membrane barriers.