Which Structure of the Heart Is Attacked by the Immune

question 41

Multiple Choice

Which structure of the heart is attacked by the immune system in a case of rheumatic fever?

• A) aorta
• B) vena cava
• C) myocardium
• D) heart valves
• E) sinoatrial node

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