Sometimes There Are Missing or Dysfunctional Components of the Immune

question 17

Multiple Choice

Sometimes there are missing or dysfunctional components of the immune system.This usually leads to increased susceptibility to infection.This state of immune dysfunction is termed immunodeficiency.Immunodeficiency can be caused by which of the following? Select all that apply.

• A) Genetic mutation
• B) Pathogens
• C) Xerostomia

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