Immunologic Tolerance and Immune System Properties Quiz

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Which type of antigens induce tolerance in lymphocytes?

Self antigens

What is the consequence of encounter with an antigen that leads to tolerance?

Lymphocyte inactivation

Which organs are involved in central tolerance?

Generative lymphoid organs

What are strategies for inducing tolerance being tested for?

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Which of the following best explains the concept of immunologic tolerance?

<p>Lymphocytes with the ability to recognize self antigens are constantly being generated.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Why are self antigens normally seen by lymphocytes?

<p>Many self antigens have ready access to the immune system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the mechanisms that prevent immune responses to self antigens fail?

<p>The immune system attacks the individual's own cells and tissues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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