Asthma is an example of
a.
the immune system attacking its own body cells.
b.
the immune system overreacting to an antigen.
c.
an autoimmune disease.
d.
an infection.
e.
a genetic disorder

Question

Asthma is an example of
a.
the immune system attacking its own body cells.
b.
the immune system overreacting to an antigen.
c.
an autoimmune disease.
d.
an infection.
e.
a genetic disorder

compassionate · Answer

It's a genetic disorder. More properly you could say it's a form of respiratory disease.

abhisar · Answer

Its B

abhisar · Answer

Asthma is caused by a combination of environmental and genetic interactions. In any case it is overreaction of immune system towards foreign antigens which may not be harmful like pollen grains, dust etc

compassionate · Answer

Asthma doesn't have to have any specific trigger - I have asthma and it can happen just for exhaustion or overheating. You don't specifically need an antigen. Conditions can be an issue, too, like heart disease. It's a reaction.