Which of the following is not a proposed explanation for the development of autoimmunity?

A) Certain pathogens may release superantigens that inappropriately activate certain T cells against self-factors.
B) Certain antigens in a person's diet could trigger the production of antibodies that cross-react with host tissues.
C) Cytopathic effects generated by a pathogen could encourage host antigen-presenting cells to process and present self-antigens to T cells.
D) Genetics
E) If a pathogen has antigens that resemble host factors, it could trigger the production of antibodies that cross-react with host tissues.


Answer: B

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