Microbiology: A Systems Approach 4th Edition

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Chapter 15 - Host Defenses II - 15.1 Specific Immunity: The Third Line of Defense - 15.1 Learning Outcomes-Assess Your Progress - Page 427: 1

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Immunopathology is the study of diseases against whom the body has over reactivity or under reactivity. Two major categories of immune dysfunction are: 1. Over reactivity: It can be in the form of hypersensitivity, allergy or autoimmunity. 2. Underactivity: insufficient response of body immune system to the pathogens.

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Immunopathology is the study of diseases against whom the body has over reactivity or under reactivity. Two major categories of immune dysfunction are: 1. Over reactivity: It can be in the form of hypersensitivity, allergy or autoimmunity. 2. Underactivity: insufficient response of body immune system to the pathogens.
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