alloimmunity Flashcards
1
Q
immune systems reaction against antigens on the
tissues of other members of the same species
(ex: transfusion reaction, transplant)
A
alloimmunity
2
Q
what happens during alloimmunity
A
Individual’s immune system reacting against antigens on the tissues of other
members of the same species
transient neonatal alloimmunity
3
Q
Fetus expressing parental antigens not found in the mother, mom sensitized against
fetus
A
transient neonatal alloimmunity
4
Q
examples of transient neonatal autoimmunity
A
transplant rejection and transfusion reactions
