Explain the importance of allergens having protease activity in the context of antigen-specific T-cell activation
What will be an ideal response?
Particles containing proteins that stimulate allergic responses will be more easily broken down by proteolysis, enabling more effective release of the allergen. Proteolytic degradation results in the formation of peptides that will bind to MHC class II molecules and consequently stimulate TH2 cells.
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A) Full third degree B) Deep first degree C) Partial second degree D) Full-thickness second degree
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Answer the following statement true (T) or false (F)
The general term for diseases or conditions of the eye is:
A) ophthalmopathy B) keratitis C) iritis D) ophthalmoplasty
Adductor means
A. muscles that move a part toward the midline B. a muscle that has no tone or tension C. muscles that move a part away from the midline D. inability of the muscle to relax after increased muscular contraction