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What is the most likely consequence of C5a activation on mast cells in the context of an allergic reaction?
What is the most likely consequence of C5a activation on mast cells in the context of an allergic reaction?
In delayed-type hypersensitivity, what is the role of T regulatory (Treg) cells as hapten levels drop?
In delayed-type hypersensitivity, what is the role of T regulatory (Treg) cells as hapten levels drop?
What type of immune response is predominantly generated in granulomatous hypersensitivity?
What type of immune response is predominantly generated in granulomatous hypersensitivity?
What happens to airway macrophages upon uptake of bacteria in chronic infections?
What happens to airway macrophages upon uptake of bacteria in chronic infections?
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Which of the following does NOT contribute to the pathophysiology of granulomatous hypersensitivity?
Which of the following does NOT contribute to the pathophysiology of granulomatous hypersensitivity?
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How do reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (ROS, RNS) contribute to skin redness, inflammation, and blistering?
How do reactive oxygen and nitrogen species (ROS, RNS) contribute to skin redness, inflammation, and blistering?
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Which of the following best describes the process that allows a quarantined microbe to escape the fibrous capsule within a granuloma?
Which of the following best describes the process that allows a quarantined microbe to escape the fibrous capsule within a granuloma?
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In Type IV hypersensitivity reactions, what is the role of dendritic cells (DC) in the immune response?
In Type IV hypersensitivity reactions, what is the role of dendritic cells (DC) in the immune response?
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What contributes to the recruitment of neutrophils and monocytes into the tissue during a Type IV hypersensitivity reaction?
What contributes to the recruitment of neutrophils and monocytes into the tissue during a Type IV hypersensitivity reaction?
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How do self-reactive T cells persist in lymph nodes and spleen in Type IV hypersensitivity reactions?
How do self-reactive T cells persist in lymph nodes and spleen in Type IV hypersensitivity reactions?
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What causes infected macrophages within a granuloma to release viable bacteria into the tissue and airway?
What causes infected macrophages within a granuloma to release viable bacteria into the tissue and airway?
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What is one of the main consequences of foamy cells becoming more susceptible to infection by a pathogen?
What is one of the main consequences of foamy cells becoming more susceptible to infection by a pathogen?
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Which process leads to the release of mediators into the environment such as prostaglandins and chemokines?
Which process leads to the release of mediators into the environment such as prostaglandins and chemokines?
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What can lead to the formation of microthrombi in blood vessels by inducing platelet aggregation?
What can lead to the formation of microthrombi in blood vessels by inducing platelet aggregation?
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What is a key process that can contribute to tissue necrosis due to prolonged activation of phagocytes?
What is a key process that can contribute to tissue necrosis due to prolonged activation of phagocytes?
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In the context provided, what is a characteristic feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
In the context provided, what is a characteristic feature of Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA)?
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Which statement is true regarding the susceptibility factors for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
Which statement is true regarding the susceptibility factors for Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)?
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Which process contributes to the chronic disease setting often resulting in death in SLE patients?
Which process contributes to the chronic disease setting often resulting in death in SLE patients?
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In Type IV hypersensitivity reactions, what is a key characteristic of the effector stage of contact hypersensitivity?
In Type IV hypersensitivity reactions, what is a key characteristic of the effector stage of contact hypersensitivity?
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