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Gregory Shared "immuno" - 66 Picmonics

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immuno

Immune System Tissues
Characteristics
Bone Marrow
B Cells and T Cells Formed
B Cells Mature
Thymus
T Cells Tested For Self-Response
T Cells Mature
Lymph Nodes
Mature B Cells and T Cells Monitor Lymph For Pathogens
Spleen
Mature B Cells and T Cells Monitor Blood For Pathogens
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Lymphatics
Characteristics
Recycles 10% of Interstitial Fluid
Transport Large Lipids from Lacteals
Unidirectional Valves
Lymph Nodes Filter Lymph
WBCs Monitor Lymph for Pathogens
Merge with Veins
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Lymphatics: Treatments
Diaphragm Release
Thoracic Inlet Release
Doming the Diaphragm
Pelvic Diaphragm Release
HEENT: Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose and Throat
Auricular Drainage Technique
Effleurage
Anterior Cervical Mobilization
Galbreath Technique
Mechanically Mobilizing the Lymphatics
Cranial Field Osteopathy
Muscle Energy: Thoracic Inlet
Thoracic Pump
Splenic Pump
Liver Pump
Pedal Pump
Rib Raising
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Lymphatics: Osteopathic Overview
Left Lymphatic (Thoracic) Duct
Left Head and Neck
Left Thorax and Upper Extremity
Abdomen and Lower Extremities
Right Lymphatic Duct
Right Head and Neck
Right Thorax and Upper Extremity
Diaphragms
Thoracic Inlet
Thoracic Diaphragm
Pelvic Diaphragm
Considerations
Tissue Changes
Chapman's Points
Tense Pelvic Diaphragm
Restricted Thoracic Cage Movement
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Lymph Node Drainage
Submandibular and Submental
Cervical
Supraclavicular
Hilar and Mediastinal
Axillary
Epitrochlear
Celiac, Superior Mesenteric, and Inferior Mesenteric
Para-aortic
Periumbilical (Sister Mary Joseph Node)
Internal Iliac
Superficial Inguinal
Popliteal
External Illiac
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Innate Immunity Barriers
Skin Protects Against Pathogens
Normal Flora Outcompete Pathogens
Lysozyme in Saliva, Tears, and Mucus
Mucous Traps Pathogens
Cilia Remove Mucus
Acid and Digestive Enzymes in the Stomach Kill Pathogens
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Innate Immunity Cellular Response
Characteristics
Natural Killer Lymphocytes Attack Abnormal Cells
Neutrophils in Blood
Infected Cells Release Interferon
Complement Proteins Lyse Pathogens/Infected Cells
Dendritic Cells in Tissue
Macrophages in Tissue
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Humoral Adaptive Immunity
Characteristics
B Cell Binds Free Floating Antigen
B Cell Presents Antigen to Helper T Cell
Helper T Cells Help B Cells Develop Antigen Specificity
Plasma B Cells Secrete Antibodies
Memory B Cells Cause Faster Secondary Response
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Cell-mediated Adaptive Immune Response
Characteristics
Macrophages and Dendritic Cells Present Antigens
T Cell Develops Antigen Specificity
Regulatory T Cells Suppress Response
Memory T Cells Cause Faster Secondary Response
Cytotoxic T Cells Lyse Infected Cells
Infected Cells Present Antigen On Surface
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HLA-B27 Associations
Associations
PAIR Acronym
Psoriatic Arthritis
Ankylosing Spondylitis
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Reactive Arthritis
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HLA-DR3 Associations
Characteristics
MHC II
Autoimmune Diseases
Associations
Type 1 Diabetes
Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE)
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Graves Disease
Addison’s Disease (Primary Adrenal Insufficiency)
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HLA-DR4 Associations
Characteristics
MHC II
Autoimmune Diseases
Associations
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Type 1 Diabetes
Pemphigus Vulgaris
Addison's Disease (Primary Adrenal Insufficiency)
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IPEX Syndrome
Characteristic
X-Linked
Onset First Year of Life
Immune Dysregulation
Regulatory T Cells Dysfunction
Deficiency of FOXP3
Autoimmune
Polyendocrinopathy
Endocrinopathy
Type I Diabetes Mellitus
Enteropathy
Enteropathy
Severe Diarrhea
Other Features
Dermatitis
Nail Dystrophy
Treatment
Bone Marrow Transplantation
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Antibody Structure
V (Variable) Region
C (Constant) Region
Fab
Antigen-Binding Site
Heavy Chain
Light Chain
Disulfide Bonds
Fc
Complement Binding
Macrophage Binding
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Immunoglobulin Isotypes
IgM
Primary Immune Response
Cold Agglutinin Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (C-AIHA)
IgG
Crosses Placenta
Warm Agglutinin Autoimmune Hemolytic Anemia (W-AIHA)
IgA
Released in Secretions, Mucosal Fluids, and Breast Milk
IgD
IgE
Against Parasitic Worms
Allergic Reaction
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Complement Disorders
Early Complement Deficiency
Pyogenic Infections
SLE
Sinus Infections
Terminal Complement Deficiency
Autosomal Recessive
Neisseria Infections
C5-C9
MAC (Membrane Attack Complex)
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C1 Esterase Inhibitor Deficiency
Pathophysiology
Autosomal Dominant
Disinhibition of Kallikrein
Increased Bradykinin
Decreased C4
Clinical Features
Recurrent Angioedema
Upper Airway Obstruction
Considerations
ACE Inhibitors Contraindicated
Avoid Triggers
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Paroxysmal Nocturnal Hemoglobinuria (PNH)
Pathophysiology
Defective PIG-A Gene
Deficiency of DAF (Decay Accelerating Factor CD55)
Symptoms
Dark Urine in the Morning
Intravascular Hemolysis
Thrombosis
Diagnosis
Decreased CD55 and CD59
Treatment
RBC Transfusion
Eculizumab
Bone Marrow Transplant is Curative
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Chronic Granulomatous Disease
Pathophysiology
Most Commonly X-linked Recessive
Defective NADPH Oxidase (Enzyme Complex)
Decreased Hydrogen Peroxide
Impaired Intracellular Killing in Phagocytes
Signs and Symptoms
Recurrent Purulent Skin and Lung Infections
Catalase Positive Organisms
Diagnosis
Negative Nitroblue Tetrazolium Test
DHR (Dihydrorhodamine) Flow Cytometry
Treatment
Antimicrobial Prophylaxis
TMP-SMX
Itraconazole
Interferon-Gamma
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Cell Surface Proteins - B Cells
Ig
CD19
CD20
CD21
CD40
MHC II
B7
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