If self and non-self recognition powers are lost, the immune cells can attack our own body cells and cause autoimmune diseases.
In higher vertebrates, the immune system can distinguish self and non-self cells. If this property is lost due to genetic abnormality and it attacks self cells, then it leads to:
Held on 30 Apr 2016 · Verified 9 Jul 2026.
Allergic response
Graft rejection
Autoimmune disease
Active immunity
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