IMMUNOLOGY

HYPERSENSITIVITY

CLASSICAL ALTERNATE AND LECTIN PATHWAYS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is the third phase of a type I hypersensitivity described as involving?
A
basophils
B
eosinophils
C
neutrophils
D
fibroblasts
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Type I reactions (i.e., immediate hypersensitivity reactions) involve immunoglobulin E (IgE)–mediated release of histamine and other mediators from mast cells and basophils. Examples include anaphylaxis and allergic rhinoconjunctivitis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Definition of type 1 hypersensitivity reaction This is also called an anaphylactic reaction (anaphylaxis – harmful) or allergic reaction. It has two presentations: Immediate reaction: This reaction starts within 5-30 minutes and subsides in 60 minutes. Late phase reaction: This starts in 2-8 hours and lasts 2-3 days.

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