Identify three general classes of drug that are used to suppress acute transplant rejection, and provide examples of each class
What will be an ideal response?
Class 1: corticosteroids. Examples: hydrocortisone and prednisone.
Class 2: cytotoxic drugs. Examples: azathioprine, cyclophosphamide, and methotrexate.
Class 3: T-cell activation inhibitors. Examples: cyclosporin A, tacrolimus (FK506), and rapamycin.
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What will be an ideal response?
All of the following are characteristics of blood donations and transfusions that enable their extensive use for transplantation purposes except _____
a. individuals can donate on a regular basis without any deleterious effects b. erythrocytes do not express MHC class I or class II molecules c. the blood components only need to function for a few weeks d. only the ABO antigens need to be compatible between donor and recipient e. blood transfusion is a straight forward and inexpensive process.
The medical term anastomosis means:
A) surgical repair of a nerve. B) surgical connection between blood vessels. C) temporary opening into the abdomen. D) none of the above
The stomach and liver are located in which cavity?
A) pleural B) cranial C) ventral D) pelvic