Hypersensitivity - Toka Flashcards
What is Type I hypersensitivity mediated by?
IgE
What is Type II hypersensitivity mediated by?
IgG and IgM
What is Type III hypersensitivity mediated by?
Ab-Ag complexes
What is Type IV hypersensitivity mediated by?
T-lymphocytes
What is atopy?
Excessive production of IgE
What is phase 1 of hypersensitivity Type I? How does it work?
Phase 1: Sensitization
APCs present to CD4+ T cells
CD4+ T cells differentiate into Th2 cells
Th2 cells promote humoral response of B cells by secreting IL-4 and IL-13
B cells make alot of IgE
IgE then binds to BASOPHILS and MAST CELLS in tissues where Ag first entered
Then Mast cell makes more IL-4 following degranulation which stimulates Th2 cells
How does IgE bind to mast cells?
Through Fc receptor - FcERI (most commonly)
Or by IgG using FcYRI
How does FcERI help with hypersensitivity Type I?
high affinity for IgE - binding is irreversible
IgG4
plays a role in atopic dermatitis in dogs
What is phase 2 of hypersensitivity Type I? How does it work?
Phase 2: Hypersensitivity rxn
** inflamm. occurs rapidly
Re-encounters Ag (allergen)
Binds to 2 IgE molecules (cross linking)
This leads to degranulation of mast cells and release of inflamm. mediators
= acute inflammation
What is the result of Phase 2, Type 1 hypersensitivity?
acute inflamm, results in URTICARIA, LACRIMATION, or SNEEZING
Edema, pruritis and hyperemia occur within 6-12 hours
What happens to mast cells after Type 1 Hypersensitivity?
They dont die
They regenerate contents of cytoplasmic granules
What is the clinical presentation of Type I Hypersensitivity?
Depends on:
- Dose of Ag
- Route of Admin of Ag
- # and location of mast cells
How does anaphylaxis occur?
When large doses of Ag are admin rapidly (intravenously)
What are symptoms of anaphylaxis?
- Difficulty breathing and talking
- Loss of consciousness
- Wheezing/ coughing
- Swelling of throat and tounge
Anaphylaxis in Horses
Shock organ: Resp tract + intestines
Symptoms: Cough, dyspnea
Pathology: Emphysema
Mediators: Histamine + Serotonin
Anaphylaxis in Dogs
Shock organ: HEPATIC VEIN
Symptoms: Collapse, dyspnea, diarrhea, vomiting
Pathology: Hemmorhage
Mediators: Histamine, Leukotrienes, Prostaglandins
Anaphylaxis in Swine
Shock organ: Resp tract + intestines
Symptoms: Cyanosis, pruritis
Pathology: Hypotension
Mediators: Histamine
Anaphylaxis in Ruminants
Shock organ: Resp Tract
Symptoms: cough, dyspnea, collapse
Pathology: lung edema, hemorrhage
Mediators: Serotonin, Leukotrienes, Kinins, Dopamine
Anaphylaxis in Cats
Shock organ: Resp tract
Symptoms: Dyspnea, vomiting, diarrhea, pluritis
Pathology: lung edema, intestinal hemorrhage
Mediators: Histamine, leukotrienes
Anaphylaxis in chickens
Shock organ: Resp. Tract
Symptoms: Dyspnea, convulsions
Pathology: lung edema
Mediators: Histamine, Serotonin, Leukotrienes
What are the routes of entry of an allergy?
- Inhalation
- Eyes
- Ingestion
- Intradermal
- Intravenous
What symptoms could you see from an allergen that entered the body through INHALATION?
Rxn in the resp tract
Sneezing, coughing, asthma
What symptoms could you see from an allergen that entered the body through the eyes?
Lacrimation, conjunctivitis