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Which type of antibodies are used to treat psoriasis?
Which type of antibodies are used to treat psoriasis?
- Monoclonal antibodies that block IL-17 (correct)
- Monoclonal antibodies that block TNF
- Monoclonal antibodies that block IL-2
- Monoclonal antibodies that block IL-6 receptor
Which signaling molecule is targeted by small molecule inhibitors to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
Which signaling molecule is targeted by small molecule inhibitors to treat rheumatoid arthritis?
- IL-17
- Janus kinase 3 (JAK3) (correct)
- IL-6 receptor
- TNF
Which type of drugs block costimulators to inhibit T cell responses?
Which type of drugs block costimulators to inhibit T cell responses?
- Drugs that block TNF
- Monoclonal antibodies
- Drugs that block B7 (correct)
- Small molecule inhibitors
Which cells are believed to be the cause of many organ-specific autoimmune diseases in humans?
Which cells are believed to be the cause of many organ-specific autoimmune diseases in humans?
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Why are autoimmune diseases typically chronic and progressive?
Why are autoimmune diseases typically chronic and progressive?
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What is epitope spreading in the context of autoimmune diseases?
What is epitope spreading in the context of autoimmune diseases?
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