Practice mode Immunity

How are lymphocytes that would attack the body’s own tissues normally prevented from doing so?

Correct answer B. They are eliminated or inactivated during their development

Explanation

During maturation in the thymus and bone marrow, lymphocytes that react strongly to self antigens are destroyed or inactivated. This self-tolerance prevents autoimmune disease.

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