Which of the Following May Explain Why Self-Tolerance May Fail

question 24

Multiple Choice

Which of the following may explain why self-tolerance may fail?

• A)A non-circulating antigen becomes exposed to the immune system.
• B)Antibodies directed against other antibodies are produced.
• C)Antibodies produced against foreign antigens cross-react with self-antigens.
• D)All of the choices are correct.

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