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Sjorgren's Syndrome - ANS-_____ is associated with autoantibodies and auto-reactive T-cells
against apoptotic cells
Antinuclear Antibody (ANA) - ANS-The ________ test is positive in 90% of patients diagnosed
with Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE).
Autoimmunity - ANS-_____ is an alteration in the ability of the body to tolerate its own
self-antigens.
Autoimmune - ANS-The _______ damage is caused by the autoantibodies and T-cells, to the
extent that tissue damage occurs. Presenting clinical manifestations will depend on the area of
the body affected. Regardless of the affected body area, autoantibodies and T-cells, and in
some cases, B-cells, react in the associated body system to produce the characteristic signs
and symptoms.
Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Multiple Sclerosis, and Sjogren's
Syndrome. - ANS-Autoimmune diseases include:
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE) - ANS-Common Manifestations
Tissue inflammation, vasculitis, rash, tissue inflammation.
Immune System Changes
Autoantibodies and auto-active T-cells against DNA and nucleoprotein antigens
Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) - ANS-Common Manifestations
Joint inflammation, stiffness and pain; loss of range of motion
Immune System Changes
Autoantibodies and auto-reactive T-cells and B-cells against joint-associated antigens
Multiple Sclerosis (MS) - ANS-Common Manifestations
Formation of sclerotic plaque in the brain; leads to muscle weakness and ataxia
Immune System Changes
Autoantibodies and auto-reactive T-cells against brain antigens
Sjogren's Syndrome - ANS-Common Manifestations
Inflammation in salivary and lacrimal glands