Which of the following is not a mechanism for the development of autoimmune disorders?
A. exposure of previously "hidden" self-antigens to the adaptive immune system
B. a second exposure to an allergen
C. mutation followed by the appearance of membrane proteins not previously present
D. cross-reaction of antibodies formed against foreign antigens with self-antigens
Answer:B
Which of the following is not a mechanism for the development of autoimmune disorders?
A. exposure of previously "hidden" self-antigens to the adaptive immune system B. a second exposure to an allergen C. mutation followed by the appearance of membrane proteins not previously present D. cross-reaction of antibodies formed against foreign antigens with self-antigens