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Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the formation of cross-reacting antibodies against foreign antigens that also attack the patient's own antigens?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the formation of cross-reacting antibodies against foreign antigens that also attack the patient's own antigens?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is antibody-dependent and involves complement-mediated lysis of cells or other membrane damage?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is antibody-dependent and involves complement-mediated lysis of cells or other membrane damage?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is T cell-mediated and typically occurs 24-72 hours after exposure?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is T cell-mediated and typically occurs 24-72 hours after exposure?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the deposition of immune complexes in tissues, leading to complement pathway activation and tissue damage?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the deposition of immune complexes in tissues, leading to complement pathway activation and tissue damage?
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Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is characterized by the sensitization and activation of T lymphocytes on second contact with the same antigen?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is characterized by the sensitization and activation of T lymphocytes on second contact with the same antigen?
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What is the main mechanism responsible for the development of autoimmune diseases?
What is the main mechanism responsible for the development of autoimmune diseases?
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Which type of immune suppressing therapy is commonly used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases?
Which type of immune suppressing therapy is commonly used in the treatment of autoimmune diseases?
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What is the recommended treatment for transplant patients, especially bone marrow transplant (BMT) patients?
What is the recommended treatment for transplant patients, especially bone marrow transplant (BMT) patients?
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What is the effect of autoimmune disease treatment on the body?
What is the effect of autoimmune disease treatment on the body?
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What is the role of T-cells in the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases?
What is the role of T-cells in the pathogenesis of autoimmune diseases?
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