type 2 hypersensitivity

Question 1

type 2 hypersensitivity is what type of reaction

Answer 1

tissue specific

Question 2

what does it mean that type 2 hypersensitivity is tissue specific

Answer 2

Specific cell or tissue (tissue-specific antigens) is the target of an immune response

Question 3

what are the 5 mechanisms of type 2 hypersensitivity

Answer 3

1. Cell is destroyed by antibodies and complement.
2. Cell destruction occurs through phagocytosis.
3. Neutrophils release granules.
4. Antibody-dependent cell-mediated cytotoxicity is present.
5. Causes target cell malfunction