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A reaction against self proteins by the immune system is considered as
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The correct option is B Autoimmunity
The immune system in humans works efficiently. It can recognise ‘self’ and ‘non-self’ proteins in the body. Sometimes, the immune system’s mechanisms for detecting non-self sometimes go awry, and normal cells get targeted. This error in profiling is the cause of a long list of autoimmune disorders, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis etc. The reaction of the immune system against self proteins can be considered as a mistaken allergic reaction called autoimmune disorders.
The immune system in humans works efficiently. It can recognise ‘self’ and ‘non-self’ proteins in the body. Sometimes, the immune system’s mechanisms for detecting non-self sometimes go awry, and normal cells get targeted. This error in profiling is the cause of a long list of autoimmune disorders, including lupus, rheumatoid arthritis etc. The reaction of the immune system against self proteins can be considered as a mistaken allergic reaction called autoimmune disorders.
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