Note a delayed type of hypersensitive reactions –
Correct Answer: Contact dermatitis
Description: Cntact dermatitis is a type IV hypersensitivity reaction. - delayed hypersensitivity sometimes results results from skin contact with a variety of chemicals Metals such as nickel and chromium, simple chemicals like dyes,drugs or plant allergens. The antigen activates specifically sensitised CD4 & CD8 T lymphocytes leading to the secretion of lymphokines and phagocyte accumulation. Reference : Anathanarayan & paniker's 9th edition, pg no: 162,167 <p>
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