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Which of the following is a feature of immunodeficiency?
Which of the following is a feature of immunodeficiency?
- Recurrent infections (correct)
- Infection with highly virulent microorganisms
- Improved response to antibiotics
- Fever as the only symptom
What is a characteristic of X-linked Agammaglobulinemia (Bruton’s disease)?
What is a characteristic of X-linked Agammaglobulinemia (Bruton’s disease)?
- It is a T-cell immunodeficiency
- Pre-B cells do not differentiate into mature B lymphocytes (correct)
- It primarily affects mature B lymphocytes
- It is more common in girls
What is a common consequence of Selective Immunoglobulin IgA Deficiencies?
What is a common consequence of Selective Immunoglobulin IgA Deficiencies?
- Recurrent sinus and lung infections (correct)
- Increased production of immunoglobulin IgA
- Enhanced resistance to infections
- Reduced risk of autoimmune disorders
Which type of immunodeficiency is characterized by Congenital thymic Aplasia?
Which type of immunodeficiency is characterized by Congenital thymic Aplasia?
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What can cause secondary immunodeficiency?
What can cause secondary immunodeficiency?
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Study Notes
Immunodeficiency Features
- Increased susceptibility to infections is a feature of immunodeficiency.
X-Linked Agammaglobulinemia (Bruton’s Disease)
- A characteristic of X-linked Agammaglobulinemia (Bruton’s disease) is a lack of gamma globulins and a marked reduction in antibodies.
Selective Immunoglobulin IgA Deficiencies
- A common consequence of Selective Immunoglobulin IgA Deficiencies is an increased susceptibility to respiratory and gastrointestinal infections.
Types of Immunodeficiency
- DiGeorge syndrome is characterized by Congenital thymic Aplasia, which is a type of immunodeficiency.
Secondary Immunodeficiency
- Malnutrition, stress, and certain medications can cause secondary immunodeficiency.
- Infections such as HIV, measles, and tuberculosis can also cause secondary immunodeficiency.
- Certain cancers, such as leukemia and lymphoma, can cause secondary immunodeficiency.
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Test your knowledge of immunodeficiency disorders with this quiz by Angel Justiz Vaillant MD PhD. Learn about primary and secondary immunodeficiencies, recurrent infections, and the failure or absence of elements of the immune system.
