Immunology Lecture 4: Hypersensitivity Classification
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Which type of hypersensitivity is mediated through special cells?

  • Type II
  • Type IV (correct)
  • Type III
  • Type I

During which step of the mechanism of anaphylactic reaction does the immune system develop IgE and bind to mast cell?

  • Sensitization (correct)
  • Waiting period
  • Eliciting of anaphylactic reaction
  • None of the above

Which type of hypersensitivity involves the appearance of symptoms within minutes and disappearance after hours?

  • Type III
  • Type IV
  • Type II
  • Type I (correct)

Which type of hypersensitivity can be passively transferred by serum?

<p>Type I (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mode of entry classification for eliciting dose of the antigen in anaphylactic reactions?

<p>Systemic and localized entry (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of anaphylaxis occurs after the introduction of the allergen onto or into the skin?

<p>Local anaphylaxis (Atopy) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is desensitization for the prevention of anaphylaxis achieved?

<p>By frequent administration of small amounts of the antigen at weekly intervals (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of reaction is characterized by injury of the cell after its reaction with the antibody, and involves complement fixation and cell damage?

<p>Erythroblastosis foetalis (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the mechanism of cytotoxic (cytolytic) reactions Type II involving complement fixation and cell damage?

<p>The &quot;Ag-Ab&quot; reaction is followed by complement fixation, through the classical pathway, leading to cell damage and lysis (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which hypersensitivity type is cell mediated and involves sensitized T-lymphocytes, macrophages, and the release of certain cells responsible for this type of hypersensitivity?

<p>Delayed hypersensitivity (Type IV) (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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