Define what is meant by type IV hypersensitivities.

Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems (MindTap Course List)
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Author:Lauralee Sherwood
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Chapter12: Body Defenses
Section12.6: Immune Diseases
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Define what is meant by type IV hypersensitivities.

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Hypersensitivity is otherwise known as intolerance and refers to the over or exaggerated immune response. Such reactions are generally uncomfortable and can be fatal sometimes. Some of the common examples are allergies and autoimmunity. 



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