In Goodpasture Syndrome, Antigens That Are Normally Sequestered Are Exposed

question 17

Multiple Choice

In Goodpasture syndrome, antigens that are normally sequestered are exposed, and antibodies are produced that react with those antigens. What is a potential factor that could lead to exposure of these normally hidden self-antigens?
I. Toxins
II. Infection
III. Smoking

• A) I only
• B) III only
• C) I and II
• D) II and III
• E) I, II, and III

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