What Is Anaphylaxis

question 101

Multiple Choice

What is anaphylaxis?

• A)Anaphylaxis is a normal immune response to an allergen,which is an antigen that triggers an allergic reaction.
• B)Anaphylaxis is a condition that results from the production of antibodies directed against normal antigens in the body.
• C)Anaphylaxis is an inadequate immune responses due to problems with embryonic development of lymphoid organs and tissues,a viral infection,or treatment with or exposure to immunosuppressive agents.
• D)Anaphylaxis is an immune response to a circulating antigen that stimulates mast cells throughout the body to release chemicals that prompt the inflammatory response.
• E)Anaphylaxis is the excessive immune reaction of antibodies to a virus-infected cell.

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