Bootcamp Immunology Flashcards
(8 cards)
1
Q
IL-5 role in asthma
A
Eosinophil recruitment
2
Q
IL-4 & IL-13 role in asthma
A
Plasma cell production of IgE ABs against antigen
3
Q
Asthma response type
A
Type 1 hypersensitivity, IgE mediated
4
Q
Histamine and leukotriene function in asthma
A
Vasodilation and eosinophil recruitment
5
Q
cAMP and beta-2 pulmonary effect
A
Bronchodilation
6
Q
Histamine, leukotriene, acetylcholine pulmonary effect
A
Bronchoconstriction
7
Q
Asthma immune response type
A
TH2, high eosinophils
8
Q
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