What Are Antigens Used For In The Immune System
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Systemic lupus erythematosus is a complex disorder that occurs as a consequence of a number of independent processes and factors.
Environmental factors, such as viruses, exposure to chemicals, or sunlight trigger inflammatory or immune activity. This immune activation may begin as an appropriate response to an unwanted "invader." But, because of a combination of genetic factors, an individual with lupus develops an ongoing immune response that does not shut itself off appropriately. This le...
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