The eisinea fetida has a very basic immune system. This earthworm needs cellular and chemical responses against a constant microbial exposure
from its natural environment. Some cellular and chemical responses are found in the coelomic fluid and have been shown to demonstrate anti-microbial characteristics. Following a microbial challenge by Klebsiella pneumoniae, an inflammatory response was initiated. The mucus layer on the skin surface of Eisenia fetida consists of several antimicrobial agents that provide a first line of defense against invading pathogens. The function of skin secretions in the antibacterial immunity system of this earthworm.
from its natural environment. Some cellular and chemical responses are found in the coelomic fluid and have been shown to demonstrate anti-microbial characteristics. Following a microbial challenge by Klebsiella pneumoniae, an inflammatory response was initiated. The mucus layer on the skin surface of Eisenia fetida consists of several antimicrobial agents that provide a first line of defense against invading pathogens. The function of skin secretions in the antibacterial immunity system of this earthworm.