Immune SystemDisorders of the Immune SystemAllergic Reactions

An allergic reaction occurs after plasma cells produce IgE antibody against a specific antigen and mast cells become activated. View credit information.

Autoantibodies

Misguided T cells can attack insulin-producing cells of the pancreas, contributing to an autoimmune form of diabetes. View credit information.

Antigen-antibody Complex

Antigen-antibody complexes can become trapped in, and damage, the kidneys and other organs. View credit information.

AIDS Virus

The AIDS virus takes over the machinery of the T cells it infects, using the cells to make new viruses. View credit information.

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