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What type of immune response is involved in Serum Sickness?
What type of immune response is involved in Serum Sickness?
- Type II
- Type IV
- Type III (correct)
- Type I
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Arthus Reaction?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Arthus Reaction?
- Mediated by IgG antibodies
- Involves T-cell mediated response (correct)
- Occurs due to repeated exposure to an antigen
- Localized immune complex deposition
Inflammatory response in Type IV hypersensitivity reactions is primarily driven by which of the following cell types?
Inflammatory response in Type IV hypersensitivity reactions is primarily driven by which of the following cell types?
- B cells
- T cells (correct)
- Macrophages
- Mast cells
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is also known as delayed-type hypersensitivity?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is also known as delayed-type hypersensitivity?
What is the primary immunoglobulin involved in Hypersensitivity Type I reactions?
What is the primary immunoglobulin involved in Hypersensitivity Type I reactions?
Which of the following reactions is characterized by vasculitis near the injection site?
Which of the following reactions is characterized by vasculitis near the injection site?
What type of reaction is mediated by T-cells sensitized by antigens presented by antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
What type of reaction is mediated by T-cells sensitized by antigens presented by antigen-presenting cells (APCs)?
Which of the following reactions can lead to tissue damage through the release of cytokines and chemokines?
Which of the following reactions can lead to tissue damage through the release of cytokines and chemokines?
Which of the following hypersensitivity reactions plays a role in transplant rejection?
Which of the following hypersensitivity reactions plays a role in transplant rejection?
Why is the Arthus Reaction considered a Type III hypersensitivity reaction?
Why is the Arthus Reaction considered a Type III hypersensitivity reaction?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the acute phase reaction caused by hypersensitivity Type I?
Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the acute phase reaction caused by hypersensitivity Type I?
In hypersensitivity Type II reactions, what type of immune response is involved?
In hypersensitivity Type II reactions, what type of immune response is involved?
Which of the following allergic reactions leads to life-threatening respiratory failure most commonly?
Which of the following allergic reactions leads to life-threatening respiratory failure most commonly?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves a complex series of reactions that cause serum sickness?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves a complex series of reactions that cause serum sickness?
What type of inflammatory response is characterized by intense tissue infiltration and destruction in hypersensitivity Type I reactions?
What type of inflammatory response is characterized by intense tissue infiltration and destruction in hypersensitivity Type I reactions?
Which type of reaction is typically seen after vaccination, presenting at the site of injection as swelling after 24 hours?
Which type of reaction is typically seen after vaccination, presenting at the site of injection as swelling after 24 hours?
What type of immune response is triggered by drugs containing proteins of other species, leading to Serum Sickness?
What type of immune response is triggered by drugs containing proteins of other species, leading to Serum Sickness?
How does the accumulation of antigen-antibody complexes in multiple tissue locations lead to tissue damage?
How does the accumulation of antigen-antibody complexes in multiple tissue locations lead to tissue damage?
What are the non-specific symptoms that may be observed approximately 10 days after exposure to immune complexes in Serum Sickness?
What are the non-specific symptoms that may be observed approximately 10 days after exposure to immune complexes in Serum Sickness?
Which hypersensitivity reaction involves recruitment of macrophages and neutrophils causing inflammatory damage to tissues after complement activation?
Which hypersensitivity reaction involves recruitment of macrophages and neutrophils causing inflammatory damage to tissues after complement activation?
Which primary immunodeficiency disorder is characterized by a breakdown in tolerance leading to activation of autoimmunity?
Which primary immunodeficiency disorder is characterized by a breakdown in tolerance leading to activation of autoimmunity?
What demographic group has the highest incidence of Selective IgA deficiency?
What demographic group has the highest incidence of Selective IgA deficiency?
Which autoimmune disorder presents with severe dryness due to inflammation and damage to lacrimal and salivary glands?
Which autoimmune disorder presents with severe dryness due to inflammation and damage to lacrimal and salivary glands?
What is the hallmark manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus involving the skin?
What is the hallmark manifestation of systemic lupus erythematosus involving the skin?
Which laboratory finding is typically positive in systemic lupus erythematosus?
Which laboratory finding is typically positive in systemic lupus erythematosus?
What is the mechanism of action of antibody-dependent cellular toxicity in type II hypersensitivity reactions?
What is the mechanism of action of antibody-dependent cellular toxicity in type II hypersensitivity reactions?
Which common cause of type II hypersensitivity reactions involves antibodies binding to self-antigens and activating the complement pathway?
Which common cause of type II hypersensitivity reactions involves antibodies binding to self-antigens and activating the complement pathway?
How do antibodies in type II hypersensitivity reactions cause cellular dysfunction without inflammation or destruction?
How do antibodies in type II hypersensitivity reactions cause cellular dysfunction without inflammation or destruction?
In type II hypersensitivity reactions, what do antibodies (IgG) binding to the target cell's surface and activating the complement pathway create?
In type II hypersensitivity reactions, what do antibodies (IgG) binding to the target cell's surface and activating the complement pathway create?
Which mechanism in type II hypersensitivity reactions acts as an opsonin, targeting cells for phagocytosis?
Which mechanism in type II hypersensitivity reactions acts as an opsonin, targeting cells for phagocytosis?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the thyroid gland but can also involve the eyes and skin?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the thyroid gland but can also involve the eyes and skin?
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?
Which autoimmune disease involves inhibition of intrinsic factor that leads to vitamin B12 deficiency?
Which autoimmune disease involves inhibition of intrinsic factor that leads to vitamin B12 deficiency?
What is the mechanism by which Grave's Disease primarily affects the thyroid gland?
What is the mechanism by which Grave's Disease primarily affects the thyroid gland?
Which autoimmune disease is rare and primarily affects vitamin B12 absorption leading to megaloblastic anemia?
Which autoimmune disease is rare and primarily affects vitamin B12 absorption leading to megaloblastic anemia?
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by inflammation and cellular proliferation that affects large and medium arteries?
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by inflammation and cellular proliferation that affects large and medium arteries?
'Heat intolerance, sweating, fatigue, weight loss' are symptoms associated with which autoimmune disease?
'Heat intolerance, sweating, fatigue, weight loss' are symptoms associated with which autoimmune disease?
'Jaw claudication, ophthalmic manifestations, headache' are symptoms associated with which autoimmune disease?
'Jaw claudication, ophthalmic manifestations, headache' are symptoms associated with which autoimmune disease?
'Unilateral or bilateral enlargement of the temporal artery, new-onset headache' are features of which autoimmune condition?
'Unilateral or bilateral enlargement of the temporal artery, new-onset headache' are features of which autoimmune condition?
'Weight loss, malaise, fever' are considered constitutional symptoms associated with which autoimmune condition?
'Weight loss, malaise, fever' are considered constitutional symptoms associated with which autoimmune condition?
Which of the following autoimmune diseases is characterized by mucocutaneous manifestations such as a malar or butterfly rash?
Which of the following autoimmune diseases is characterized by mucocutaneous manifestations such as a malar or butterfly rash?
What primary immunodeficiency disorder has a higher propensity for conditions like asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, gluten intolerance, and IBS?
What primary immunodeficiency disorder has a higher propensity for conditions like asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, gluten intolerance, and IBS?
Which autoimmune disease presents with anorexia, weight loss, and fatigue as constitutional symptoms?
Which autoimmune disease presents with anorexia, weight loss, and fatigue as constitutional symptoms?
In which disorder is there a deficiency of IgA, with a higher incidence in African Americans and a younger presentation?
In which disorder is there a deficiency of IgA, with a higher incidence in African Americans and a younger presentation?
Which autoimmune disorder involves severe dryness (Sicca) due to inflammation and damage to lacrimal and salivary glands?
Which autoimmune disorder involves severe dryness (Sicca) due to inflammation and damage to lacrimal and salivary glands?
Which of the following diseases is characterized by a deficiency in IgA?
Which of the following diseases is characterized by a deficiency in IgA?
What is the hallmark feature of Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome?
What is the hallmark feature of Wiskott-Aldrich Syndrome?
In HIV/AIDS, what defines Severe/Advanced stage of the disease?
In HIV/AIDS, what defines Severe/Advanced stage of the disease?
Which test is used for diagnosing HIV infection with results available within 1 hour?
Which test is used for diagnosing HIV infection with results available within 1 hour?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the eyes and skin in addition to the thyroid gland?
Which autoimmune disease primarily affects the eyes and skin in addition to the thyroid gland?
Which genetic condition is characterized by a deletion on 22q11.2, absence or hypoplasia of the thymus, and decreased T-cells for cellular immunity?
Which genetic condition is characterized by a deletion on 22q11.2, absence or hypoplasia of the thymus, and decreased T-cells for cellular immunity?
Which condition is caused by mutations in the WAS gene, leading to immune deficiency, recurrent infections, and an increased risk of lymphoma?
Which condition is caused by mutations in the WAS gene, leading to immune deficiency, recurrent infections, and an increased risk of lymphoma?
Which syndrome is known to be caused by a deletion on chromosome 22q11.2 and results in underdeveloped parathyroid glands and congenital heart disease?
Which syndrome is known to be caused by a deletion on chromosome 22q11.2 and results in underdeveloped parathyroid glands and congenital heart disease?
Which medical condition is managed by Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) to prevent DNA changes and production of viral proteins?
Which medical condition is managed by Highly Active Antiretroviral Therapy (HAART) to prevent DNA changes and production of viral proteins?
Which condition is characterized by a genetic defect on chromosome 22q11.2, underdeveloped parathyroid glands, and a decreased immune response leading to increased susceptibility to infections?
Which condition is characterized by a genetic defect on chromosome 22q11.2, underdeveloped parathyroid glands, and a decreased immune response leading to increased susceptibility to infections?
What is the estimated prevalence of Secondary Sjogren's Syndrome in the population?
What is the estimated prevalence of Secondary Sjogren's Syndrome in the population?
Which autoimmune condition is commonly associated with Sjogren's Syndrome?
Which autoimmune condition is commonly associated with Sjogren's Syndrome?
What is a common manifestation of Sjogren's Syndrome that might lead to the need for lubricant drops and punctal plugs?
What is a common manifestation of Sjogren's Syndrome that might lead to the need for lubricant drops and punctal plugs?
Which autoimmune condition can present with constitutional symptoms like weight loss, malaise, and fever, similar to those in Takayasu Arteritis?
Which autoimmune condition can present with constitutional symptoms like weight loss, malaise, and fever, similar to those in Takayasu Arteritis?
What type of laboratory test is typically used to confirm a diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
What type of laboratory test is typically used to confirm a diagnosis of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by the hallmark feature of 'butterfly rash' on the face?
Which autoimmune disease is characterized by the hallmark feature of 'butterfly rash' on the face?
Which condition presents with inflammation and damage to lacrimal and salivary glands, leading to dryness of the eyes and mouth?
Which condition presents with inflammation and damage to lacrimal and salivary glands, leading to dryness of the eyes and mouth?
Which genetic condition results in underdeveloped parathyroid glands, congenital heart disease, and decreased T-cells for cellular immunity?
Which genetic condition results in underdeveloped parathyroid glands, congenital heart disease, and decreased T-cells for cellular immunity?
Which autoimmune disease involves inhibition of intrinsic factor causing vitamin B12 deficiency and megaloblastic anemia?
Which autoimmune disease involves inhibition of intrinsic factor causing vitamin B12 deficiency and megaloblastic anemia?
Which condition is characterized by a deficiency in IgA, typically presenting with a higher incidence in African Americans and a younger age of onset?
Which condition is characterized by a deficiency in IgA, typically presenting with a higher incidence in African Americans and a younger age of onset?
What is the primary mechanism leading to the development of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
What is the primary mechanism leading to the development of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
Which demographic group has the highest incidence of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
Which demographic group has the highest incidence of Systemic Lupus Erythematosus?
What is the most common autoimmune disorder associated with a higher propensity in individuals affected by asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, gluten intolerance, and IBS?
What is the most common autoimmune disorder associated with a higher propensity in individuals affected by asthma, rheumatoid arthritis, gluten intolerance, and IBS?
What is the characteristic symptom that defines Sjogren's Syndrome?
What is the characteristic symptom that defines Sjogren's Syndrome?
Which autoimmune disorder involves extra-glandular involvement of the joints, skin, lungs, GI, nervous system, and/or kidneys in approximately one-third of patients?
Which autoimmune disorder involves extra-glandular involvement of the joints, skin, lungs, GI, nervous system, and/or kidneys in approximately one-third of patients?
In Hypersensitivity Type III reactions, the accumulation of antigen-antibody complexes can lead to tissue damage through the release of cytokines and chemokines.
In Hypersensitivity Type III reactions, the accumulation of antigen-antibody complexes can lead to tissue damage through the release of cytokines and chemokines.
In Hypersensitivity Type II reactions, immune complexes are small/intermediate in size and are easily removed from circulation by mononuclear cells.
In Hypersensitivity Type II reactions, immune complexes are small/intermediate in size and are easily removed from circulation by mononuclear cells.
IgG or IgM mediated cytotoxic reactions primarily involve the activation of complement proteins C3a and C5a.
IgG or IgM mediated cytotoxic reactions primarily involve the activation of complement proteins C3a and C5a.
Serum Sickness Type is primarily caused by a localized inflammatory response typically seen after vaccination.
Serum Sickness Type is primarily caused by a localized inflammatory response typically seen after vaccination.
Arthus Reaction is an example of Hypersensitivity Type I reaction involving heat intolerance, sweating, fatigue, and weight loss.
Arthus Reaction is an example of Hypersensitivity Type I reaction involving heat intolerance, sweating, fatigue, and weight loss.
Which immunoglobulin is present in the smallest quantity in the blood?
Which immunoglobulin is present in the smallest quantity in the blood?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily involved in immunity through enhancing phagocytosis and neutralizing toxins?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily involved in immunity through enhancing phagocytosis and neutralizing toxins?
Which immunoglobulin is located on mast cells and basophils and plays a role in allergic reactions?
Which immunoglobulin is located on mast cells and basophils and plays a role in allergic reactions?
Which immunoglobulin is present in all body fluids and provides memory immunity?
Which immunoglobulin is present in all body fluids and provides memory immunity?
Which immunoglobulin is involved in the induction of other immune system cells to destroy foreign substances?
Which immunoglobulin is involved in the induction of other immune system cells to destroy foreign substances?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily responsible for providing localized protection of mucous membranes against bacteria and viruses?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily responsible for providing localized protection of mucous membranes against bacteria and viruses?
Which part of the antibody functions as a lock and key, specifically binding to the epitope on the antigen?
Which part of the antibody functions as a lock and key, specifically binding to the epitope on the antigen?
Which characteristic distinguishes IgA, IgE, IgG, IgM, and IgD from each other?
Which characteristic distinguishes IgA, IgE, IgG, IgM, and IgD from each other?
Which antibody type has a primary function of providing ab to newborns through breast milk?
Which antibody type has a primary function of providing ab to newborns through breast milk?
Which type of chain makes up the majority of the structure of an antibody?
Which type of chain makes up the majority of the structure of an antibody?
In Hypersensitivity Type I reactions, what is the primary immunoglobulin involved in the mechanism of anaphylaxis?
In Hypersensitivity Type I reactions, what is the primary immunoglobulin involved in the mechanism of anaphylaxis?
Which type of immunity is associated with the transfer of IgG across the placenta to provide protection to the fetus?
Which type of immunity is associated with the transfer of IgG across the placenta to provide protection to the fetus?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily involved in defending against parasites and providing protection in allergic reactions?
Which immunoglobulin is primarily involved in defending against parasites and providing protection in allergic reactions?
Which type of immunity is induced through vaccination but does not involve pathogenic antigens?
Which type of immunity is induced through vaccination but does not involve pathogenic antigens?
Which immunoglobulin mediates the release of histamine and inflammatory mediators in Hypersensitivity Type I reactions?
Which immunoglobulin mediates the release of histamine and inflammatory mediators in Hypersensitivity Type I reactions?