Autoimmune

Which tests can be done to diagnose autoimmune disorders?

• Antinuclear antibody tests

• Complete blood count

• Metabolic panel

• All of the above

What is the goal of treatment for autoimmune disorders?

• To completely cure the disorder

• To control the autoimmune process

• To prevent the immune system from functioning

• To reduce symptoms temporarily

What is the prognosis for autoimmune disorders?

• Most autoimmune disorders can be cured

• Autoimmune disorders always worsen over time

• Autoimmune disorders can be controlled with treatment

• Autoimmune disorders have no impact on health

When should you consult a healthcare provider?

• If you experience symptoms of an autoimmune disorder

• If you have a family history of autoimmune disorders

• If you have been exposed to harmful substances

• All of the above

Which of the following best describes "molecular mimicry" in autoimmune diseases?

• The immune system mistakes self-antigens for microbial antigens

• The immune system recognizes self-cells as "non-self" due to genetic mutation

• B cells are activated inappropriately by self-antigens

• T cells lose the ability to recognize self-tissues

Which complement proteins are commonly reduced during active SLE due to immune complex consumption?

• C1q and C1s

• C2 and C4

• C3 and C4

• C9 and C5

Which of the following autoantibodies is considered most specific for the diagnosis of SLE?

• Anti-dsDNA antibodies

• Anti-histone antibodies

• Anti-Sm (Smith) antibodies

• Anti-CCP antibodies

Which of the following organs is most commonly affected in SLE?

• Lungs

• Liver

• Kidneys (Lupus nephritis)

• Pancreas

Which of the following is the most characteristic skin manifestation of SLE?

• Butterfly (malar) rash

• Hyperpigmentation of the face

• Vitiligo

• Alopecia areata

The most specific laboratory marker for Rheumatoid Arthritis is:

• Anti-nuclear antibody (ANA)

• Anti-dsDNA antibodies

• Anti-cyclic citrullinated peptide (anti-CCP) antibodies

• Rheumatoid factor (RF)