What is the most likely type of hypersensitivity associated with an agonizingly itchy case of poison ivy, appearance of hives after eating shellfish, or a positive TB test?

What will be an ideal response?


The hypersensitivity associated with poison ivy is delayed hypersensitivity allergic contact dermatitis. The hypersensitivity associated with hives is a local anaphylactic reaction. The hypersensitivity associated with a positive TB test is delayed hypersensitivity.

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A) B cells may differentiate into plasma cells immediately. B) B cells may undergo several rounds of mitosis before producing plasma cells and memory cells. C) antibody levels do not peak until 1 to 2 weeks after the initial exposure. D) neutrophils invade the surrounding areas, releasing chemotactic substances. E) the first immunoglobulins to appear in circulation are of the IgM type.

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Classical neurotransmitters and neuropeptides are sometimes co-secreted from the same axon terminal

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Which organ is responsible for the production of bile?

A. Liver B. Stomach C. Small intestine D. Large intestine

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For graded potentials, the magnitude of triggering is coded for in frequency rather than amplitude of depolarizations

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