Type IV Flashcards
1
Q
Graft vs Host disease
A
GVHD
- Immune cells present in donor tissue (the graft) attack host’s own tissues
1
Q
Type IV
A
Delayed hypersensitivity
- Mediated by T cell lymphocytes
> do not involve antibody
- 12-72 hours after exposure to antigen
> EX: TB test, posion ivy, graft vs host
2
Q
Delayed Hypersensitivity - CMs
A
- Skin rash
- Jaundice
- GI distress
3
Q
Delayed Hypersensitivity - Medications
A
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Immunosuppressive meds are primary therapy
> prednisone, cellcept
