Dysfunction of the Immune System Flashcards
1
Q
What is herd immunity?
A
people think they don’t need vaccines b/c others have it
2
Q
What is emerging disease?
A
newly identified (i.e. COVID)
3
Q
What is re-emerging disease?
A
previously under control (i.e. measles, mumps, polio)
4
Q
What is type 1 hypersensitivity reactions?
A
allergic reaction
5
Q
What are type 1 hypersensitivity reactions caused by?
A
exposure to allergens
6
Q
What develops in type 1 hypersensitivity?
A
IgE
7
Q
What are complications of type 1 hypersensitivity?
A
anaphylaxis