Chapter 21: Problem 19
Discuss how inflammation is both a positive and negative factor in autoimmune disorders.
Chapter 21: Problem 19
Discuss how inflammation is both a positive and negative factor in autoimmune disorders.
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HLA B27 allele has been identified in those at greater risk for all except this autoimmune disease. a. Alkylosing spondylitis b. Psoriatic arthritis c. Reiter's disease d. Crohn's disease
This molecule is hypothesized to be involved in degradation of the endothelial extra cellular matrix in vasculitic neuropathy. a. Integrin b. Matrix metalloproteinase c. TNF \(\alpha\) d. NF-kappa B
Discuss the general mechanism of action for biologicals such as infliximab and etanercept.
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