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The
function of the immune system is to
distinguish Self from non-self and to
protect the organism from the latter.
A
functioning immune system is required to
prevent attack by endogenous factors (auto
immunity), as well as external factors as
toxins
Anaphylaxis is the clinical response to an
immediate (type 1) immunologic reaction
between a specific antigen and A
tissue-fixing (homocytotropic) antibody,
The
reaction is mediated by IgE antibody.
Many immunological problems based on immune
reactions can occur in practice. These well
be mentioned and discussed together with
their main lines of treatment.
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