Select the Statement That Accurately Describes the Difference Between Immunomodulation

question 17

Multiple Choice

Select the statement that accurately describes the difference between immunomodulation and immunosuppression.

• A) Immunosuppressive drugs are used after organ transplantation and in the treatment of severe inflammatory and allergic conditions when the immune system is hyperactive, whereas immunomodulating drugs are used to treat diseases in which the activity of the immune system is beneficial.
• B) Immunosuppression refers to drugs and biological factors that decrease immune activity, and immunomodulation refers to actions or drugs that stimulate the activity of the immune system.
• C) Immunosuppressive drugs can be administered orally, whereas immunomodulating drugs can be administered only through injections or IV.
• D) All of these are correct.

---

Definitions:

Sympathetic Nervous System

A part of the autonomic nervous system that activates the body's responses under stress, preparing for the 'fight or flight' response.

Coronary Heart Disease

A condition where the heart's blood vessels, arteries, become damaged or diseased, leading to a reduction of blood flow to the heart muscle.

Hostility

Intense anger or aggression towards someone or something, often without a clear reason.

Blood Pressure

The force exerted by circulating blood on the walls of blood vessels, critical for maintaining the body's circulatory function.