type 2 hypersensitivity Flashcards

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type 2 hypersensitivity is what type of reaction

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tissue specific

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what does it mean that type 2 hypersensitivity is tissue specific

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

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what are the 5 mechanisms of type 2 hypersensitivity

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  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
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