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Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is caused by the binding of autoantibodies to a cell or neutralizing an essential protein?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is caused by the binding of autoantibodies to a cell or neutralizing an essential protein?
- Type II (correct)
- Type III
- Type IV
- Type I
What is the mechanism of injury in type II hypersensitivity reactions?
What is the mechanism of injury in type II hypersensitivity reactions?
- Cytokine production
- Histamine release
- T cell activation
- Complement activation (correct)
Which cells are attracted and contribute to tissue injury in type II hypersensitivity reactions?
Which cells are attracted and contribute to tissue injury in type II hypersensitivity reactions?
- Macrophages
- T cells
- B cells
- Neutrophils (correct)
Which of the following conditions is an example of a type II hypersensitivity reaction?
Which of the following conditions is an example of a type II hypersensitivity reaction?
What is the term for the condition caused by autoantibodies directed to the acetylcholine receptors on motor endplates of muscle?
What is the term for the condition caused by autoantibodies directed to the acetylcholine receptors on motor endplates of muscle?
Which of the following is an example of a type II hypersensitivity reaction involving red blood cells?
Which of the following is an example of a type II hypersensitivity reaction involving red blood cells?
What is the term for the type of kidney disease caused by autoantibodies directed against basement membranes of glomerular capillaries in the urinary system?
What is the term for the type of kidney disease caused by autoantibodies directed against basement membranes of glomerular capillaries in the urinary system?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the formation of immune complexes that can be deposited in tissues?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction involves the formation of immune complexes that can be deposited in tissues?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is characterized by T lymphocytes causing tissue injury?
Which type of hypersensitivity reaction is characterized by T lymphocytes causing tissue injury?
Which disease is an example of tissue injury caused by immune complexes in the urinary system?
Which disease is an example of tissue injury caused by immune complexes in the urinary system?
Which protein is lacking in individuals with severe hemophilia A?
Which protein is lacking in individuals with severe hemophilia A?
What can happen when patients with severe hemophilia A are treated with recombinant human F.VIII?
What can happen when patients with severe hemophilia A are treated with recombinant human F.VIII?
What is the characteristic feature of type III hypersensitivity reactions?
What is the characteristic feature of type III hypersensitivity reactions?
What is the time delay for a type IV hypersensitivity reaction to develop?
What is the time delay for a type IV hypersensitivity reaction to develop?
What is the cause of contact dermatitis?
What is the cause of contact dermatitis?
