Chapter 37, Problem 34A

Summary Introduction

Introduction:

Autoimmunity is the body’s immune system that an organism against its own healthy cells and tissues. The immune responses are launched against the cells and tissues as if they were foreign or invading bodies.

Answer to Problem 34A

Correct answer:

The correct answer is option (C) antibodies.

Explanation of Solution

Explanation/justification for the correct answer:

Option (C) antibodies; In an autoimmune disease it releases proteins called antibodies that attack healthy cells even some autoimmune diseases target only one organ. So, the correct answer is option (C).

Explanation for incorrect answer:

Option (A) antigens; antigen is any substance that the foreign particles attack to the body that evokes an immune response either alone or after forming a complex with a larger molecule and that is capable of binding with a product of the immune response. So, this is an incorrect option.

Option (B) allergens; allergen is a substance that is capable of inducing allergy or specific hypersensitivity. So, this is an incorrect option.

Option (D) antihistamines; antihistamines are the compound that inhibits the physiological effects of histamine, used in the treatment of allergies. So, this is an incorrect answer.