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==Introduction==
 
==Introduction==
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[[Image:Sensitisation phase Type IV Hypersensitivity.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Sensitisation phase: Type IV hypersensitivity-Brian Catchpole RVC 2008]]
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[[Image:Sensitisation phase Type IV Hypersensitivity.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Sensitisation phase: Type VI hypersensitivity-Brian Catchpole RVC 2008]]
  
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[[Image:Delayed type hypersensitivity.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Type IV hypersensitivity-Brian Catchpole RVC 2008]]
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[[Image:Delayed type hypersensitivity.jpg|right|thumb|150px|Type VI hypersensitivity-Brian Catchpole RVC 2008]]
 
Cell mediated hypersensitivity:
 
Cell mediated hypersensitivity:
  
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Type IV hypersensitivity, also known as delayed hypersensitivity, involves [[Cytokines|cytokines]] being secreted from the Th-I cells, which causes the activation of [[Macrophages|macrophages]] and other T cells.
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Type IV hypersensitivity involves cytokines being secreted from the Th-I cells, which cause the activation of macrophages and other T cells.
  
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* [[Lymphocytes#Helper CD4+|'''CD4+ (helper)''']] mediated:
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* CD4+ T cell mediated:
 
** Abnormal activation of macrophages in healthy tissues.
 
** Abnormal activation of macrophages in healthy tissues.
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** Macrophage production of inflammatory mediators and MMP (matrix metalloproteinase) enzymes cause tissue damage.
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** Macrophage production of inflammatory mediators and MMP enzymes cause tissue damage.
  
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* [[Lymphocytes#Cytotoxic CD8+|'''CD8+ (cytotoxic)''']] mediated:
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* CD8+ T cell mediated:
 
** Cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) kill healthy cells mistakenly thinking they are infected by a virus.
 
** Cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) kill healthy cells mistakenly thinking they are infected by a virus.
  
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Exposure to antigen causes [[Lymphocytes#Helper CD4+|'''CD4+ T helper cells''']] to be activated leading to colonal expansion (takes 1-2 weeks). On subsequent exposure with the same antigen sensitised [[Lymphocytes#Helper CD4+|'''CD4+ T helper cells''']] secrete [[Cytokines|cytokines]] which attract and activate macrophages. The [[Macrophages|macrophages]] have an increased ability to phagocytose pathogens, which is very important for the clearance of intracellular pathogens. However if antigen exposure persists, the lytic products of the macrophages can damage healthy tissues.
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Exposure to antigen causes CD4+ T helper cells to be activated leading to colonal expansion (takes 1-2 weeks). On subsequent exposure with the same antigen sensitised CD4+ T helper cells secrete cytokines which attract and activate macrophages. The macrophages have an increased ability to phagocytose pathogens, which is very important for the clearance of intracellular pathogens. However if antigen exposure persists, the lytic products of the macrophages can damage healthy tissues.
  
 
==2 types:==
 
==2 types:==
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!'''Atopic dermatitis'''
 
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| [[Mast Cells|mast cells]], [[Eosinophils|eosinophils]]
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| mononuclear cells
 
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===2. Granulomatous===
 
===2. Granulomatous===
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* Intense activation of T cells, [[Cytokines|cytokine]] release and [[Macrophages|macrophage]] activation cause necrosis of surrounding tissue, granuloma formation leading to destruction of host tissue.
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* Intense activation of T cells, cytokine release and macrophage activation cause necrosis of surrounding tissue, granuloma formation leading to destruction of host tissue.
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* Composed of epithelial cell, [[Macrophages#Giant cells|giant cells]] and [[Macrophages|macrophage]] in response to infection, for example:
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* Composed of epithelial cell, giant cells and macrophages in response to infection, for example:
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** [[:Category:Mycobacterium species|''Mycobacterium tubercle'']]
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** ''Mycobacterium tubercle''
 
** Schistosome eggs
 
** Schistosome eggs
 
* Granulomas can obstruct normal organ function:
 
* Granulomas can obstruct normal organ function:
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===Tuberculin test===
 
===Tuberculin test===
 
* Injection of intradermal antigen into the skin.
 
* Injection of intradermal antigen into the skin.
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* A skin reaction (infiltration of lymphocytes and [[Monocytes]]) peaking at 48-72 hours indicates prior exposure to the antigen or ongoing infection.
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* A skin reaction (infiltration of lymphocytes and monocytes) peaking at 48-72 hours indicates prior exposure to the antigen or ongoing infection.
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* It is used for TB testing cattle; the antigen is purified protein derivative-PPD from [[:Category:Mycobacterium species|''Mycobacterium tuberculosis'']].
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* It is used for TB testing cattle; the antigen is purified protein derivative-PPD from ''Mycobacterium tuberculosis''.
 
* Presently in the UK the animal is culled if it has a positive skin reaction.
 
* Presently in the UK the animal is culled if it has a positive skin reaction.
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==From Pathology==
 
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*Delayed hypersensitivity
 
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*Haptens bind to carrier proteins (mainly epidermal)
 
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*Mediated by sensitised [[T cell differentiation|T-cells]] -> release cytokines +/- recruit lymphocytes
 
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*Used in diagnosis of tuberculosis, histoplasmosis and coccidiomycosis
 
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Revision as of 15:02, 29 August 2008

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IMMUNOLOGY
HYPERSENSITIVITY



Introduction

Sensitisation phase: Type VI hypersensitivity-Brian Catchpole RVC 2008
Type VI hypersensitivity-Brian Catchpole RVC 2008

Cell mediated hypersensitivity:

Type IV hypersensitivity involves cytokines being secreted from the Th-I cells, which cause the activation of macrophages and other T cells.

  • CD4+ T cell mediated:
    • Abnormal activation of macrophages in healthy tissues.
    • Macrophage production of inflammatory mediators and MMP enzymes cause tissue damage.
  • CD8+ T cell mediated:
    • Cytotoxic T lymphocytes (CTLs) kill healthy cells mistakenly thinking they are infected by a virus.

Exposure to antigen causes CD4+ T helper cells to be activated leading to colonal expansion (takes 1-2 weeks). On subsequent exposure with the same antigen sensitised CD4+ T helper cells secrete cytokines which attract and activate macrophages. The macrophages have an increased ability to phagocytose pathogens, which is very important for the clearance of intracellular pathogens. However if antigen exposure persists, the lytic products of the macrophages can damage healthy tissues.

2 types:

1. Contact

  • Involves simple chemicals (antigens) which bind to skin proteins:
    • Nickle
    • Rubber
    • Poison ivy

Distinguishing contact from immediate hypersensitivity

Atopic dermatitis Contact dermatitis
Pathogenesis Type I Type IV
Time 20 mins 24-48 hours
Distribution face, nose, eyes, feet, perineum hairless regions
Antigens foods, pollens, fleas, inhaled allergens chemicals, dyes
Diagnosis "prick" test patch test for delayed hypersensitivity
Pathology mast cells, eosinophils mononuclear cells


2. Granulomatous

  • Intense activation of T cells, cytokine release and macrophage activation cause necrosis of surrounding tissue, granuloma formation leading to destruction of host tissue.
  • Composed of epithelial cell, giant cells and macrophages in response to infection, for example:
    • Mycobacterium tubercle
    • Schistosome eggs
  • Granulomas can obstruct normal organ function:
    • Lungs: fills up with cells leading to impaired function
    • Brain/liver: very severe

Tuberculin test

  • Injection of intradermal antigen into the skin.
  • A skin reaction (infiltration of lymphocytes and monocytes) peaking at 48-72 hours indicates prior exposure to the antigen or ongoing infection.
  • It is used for TB testing cattle; the antigen is purified protein derivative-PPD from Mycobacterium tuberculosis.
  • Presently in the UK the animal is culled if it has a positive skin reaction.
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