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What are langerhans cells?
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antigen presenting cells of the epidermis
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Allergic Contact Dermititis is a Type ___ Hypersensitivity reaction
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IV
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What separates Bullous Pemphigoid from Pemphigus?
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Bullous is subepidermal with complete separation of epidermis from dermis. Pemphigus is intraepithelial. Pemphigus involves muscous membranes as well as skin. Pemphigus is more serious
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Which Ab is primarily involved in Pemphigus and Bullous Pemphigoid?
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IgG
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Which autoimmune disease involves IgA deposits at the dermal-epidermal junction?
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Dermititis Herpetiformis
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What disease would you suspect if you see sharply demarcated lesions with silvery scales, glossy homogenous erythema, and a positive auspitz sign?
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Psoriasis
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What is a lab diagnostic for distinguishing RA from Psoriatic Arthritis?
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absence of Rheumatoid Factor
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Which cytokines are targeted in the drug treatment of Psoriasis?
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TNF-alpha, IL-12, IL-23
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