Class 12 · Human Health and Diseases

Immune System Components & Functions — NEET Biology

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The human immune system consists of lymphoid organs, tissues, cells and soluble molecules like antibodies. As you have read, immune system is unique in the sense that it recognises foreign antigens, responds to these and remembers them. The immune system also plays an important role in allergic reactions, auto-immune diseases and organ transplantation.

NCERT Biology · Class 12 · Chapter 7 · Paragraph 44
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Why are autoimmune disorders dangerous to the body?

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Correct answer: A They cause the immune system to attack the body’s own cells

In autoimmune diseases, immune cells fail to recognize self and damage own tissues.

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The human immune system consists of lymphoid organs, tissues, cells and soluble molecules like antibodies. As you have read, immune system is unique in the sense that it recognises foreign antigens, responds to these and remembers them.
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High probability for NEET 2027. Adjacent to a frequently-asked paragraph in the same chapter.
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Human Health and Diseases, Class 12 NCERT Biology.

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