Which of the Following Is Typically True in the Case

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is typically true in the case of an imperforate hymen?

• A) The hymen tissue is very thin and it breaks at puberty.
• B) The hymen tissue completely closes the vaginal opening.
• C) The hymen tissue is absent and the body is unable to produce estrogen.
• D) The remnants of the broken hymen tissue obstruct vaginal delivery.
• E) The remnants of the broken hymen tissue lead to the tenting effect.

---

Definitions:

Antibodies

Proteins produced by the immune system that recognize, bind to, and help neutralize foreign substances like bacteria and viruses.

Allergic Reaction

A hypersensitive response of the immune system to substances that are usually harmless to most people, such as pollen, food, or dust.

Antibody Class

Categories of antibodies distinguished by variations in their heavy chain constant regions, affecting their functional location and immune response actions.

IgE

Immunoglobulin E, a class of antibodies that play a crucial role in allergic reactions by recognizing allergens and triggering immune responses.