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Fundamentals of Autoimmune Disease and Adaptive Immunity
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At the end of this presentation, the learner will be able to: Summarize adaptive immunity and the concept of random gene recombination
Describe the lymphoid organs.
Illustrate the relationship between antigen presenting cells, T cells and B cells.
Explain the concept of self and peripheral tolerance.
Discuss the process of T and B cell activation and the general mechanisms of medications used to interfere with them.
Consider the balance between autoimmunity, malignancy, and immunosuppression.