Explain why individuals who have the condition selective IgA deficiency do not succumb to repeated infection through mucosal surfaces

What will be an ideal response?


Individuals with selective IgA deficiency possess compensatory mechanisms for combating infections at mucosal surfaces, most notably by making increased levels of IgM, which can be secreted as a pentamer across mucosal epithelium.

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A) COX-2 inhibitor drugs B) gold compound drugs C) NSAIDs D) salicylate drugs

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Which of the following will cause poor probe hybridization efficiency?

A) Overdenaturing target DNA B) Underdenaturing target DNA C) Both A and B D) Exposure of the slide to cold after target DNA denaturation E) Dehydration of the slide after target DNA denaturation

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Which of the following are benefits of Integrating other subject skills into PE classes?

A. it requires minimal extra effort by teachers B. gives the PE teachers something to discuss besides sport scores C. children learn best by seeing connections in what they are learning D. it provides needed rest for select faculty members

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The skin fold thickness method of assessing body composition often utilizes the Bod Pod

a. True b. False Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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