Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
Human Physiology: An Integrated Approach (8th Edition)
8th Edition
ISBN: 9780134605197
Author: Dee Unglaub Silverthorn
Publisher: PEARSON
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Chapter 24, Problem 11RQ
Summary Introduction

To determine: The definition of self-tolerance and the relation between self-tolerance and autoimmune disease.

Introduction: An autoimmune disease is a condition that arises from an abnormal immune response to a normal body part. The immune system attack healthy cells of the body.

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