Chapter 14, Problem 8Q

Summary Introduction

To determine:

The reason as to why inducing plasma cells to secrete IgG instead of IgE prevents type I hypersensitivity.

Concept introduction:

Hypersensitivity is also referred to as intolerance. It refers to the undesirable reactions that are produced by the immune system. There are four types of hypersensitivities; type I (immediate), type II (antibody-dependent, cytotoxic), type III (immune complex disease), and type IV (delayed type).