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Which type of antibodies are involved in Type II hypersensitivity reactions?
Which type of antibodies are involved in Type II hypersensitivity reactions?
- IgA and IgE
- IgG and IgM (correct)
- IgG and IgE
- IgD and IgE
What are the mechanisms through which Type II hypersensitivity reactions lead to tissue damage or loss of function?
What are the mechanisms through which Type II hypersensitivity reactions lead to tissue damage or loss of function?
- Complement activation only
- Anti-receptor activity only
- All of the above (correct)
- Antibody-dependent cellular cytotoxicity only
What is an example of complement dependent Type II hypersensitivity?
What is an example of complement dependent Type II hypersensitivity?
- Contact dermatitis
- Anaphylaxis
- Acute hemolytic transfusion reaction (correct)
- Allergic rhinitis