Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
Human Anatomy & Physiology (11th Edition)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9780134580999
Author: Elaine N. Marieb, Katja N. Hoehn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Explain why immunosupressive therapy is important for transplant patients.

In your answer, be sure to discuss the cellular mechanisms of the immune response that can cause problems for the patient (e.g. what are the T cells doing when they encounter transplanted tissue? ect.), as well as potential side effects of long-term therapy for these patients. 

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