8. Autoimmunity Flashcards
1
Q
Where does the B cell selection process take place?
A
bone marrow and lymph nodes
2
Q
What does it mean for a cell to become anergic?
A
unresponsive
3
Q
Where does the T cell selection process occur?
A
thymus and lymph nodes
4
Q
What occurs to B cells who are selective for self-cells?
A
become anergic
5
Q
What occurs to T cells who are selective for self-antigens?
A
apoptosis in the thymus/lymph nodes
anergic if released to circulation
6
Q
What is an autoimmune reaction?
A
immune system attacks normal body cells or proteins
