Abnormal Immune Response Flashcards
1
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Types of immunodeficiency
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- t cell disorder
- b cell disorder
- t and B cell disorder
- complement disorder
- disorder of phagocytosis
2
Q
Immunodeficiency treatments
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- replacement of Abs with gamma globulins
* organ transplant
3
Q
Hypersensitivity
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=exaggerated or inappropriate immune response
4
Q
Types of hypersensitivity
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- Allergy or IgE mediated
- Cytotoxic T cell mediated
- Immune complex
- Delayed
5
Q
Autoimmunity
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=self tolerance lost via
•abnormal T cell activity
•molecular mimicracy
•exposure of previously masked self antigens
6
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Immunodeficiency
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=Body is not mounting enough of an immune response (can be partial or full)
Cell or Ab mediated and Primary or Secondary