If the Immune System Responds Inadequately to Antigenic Stimulation, This

Question

If the immune system responds inadequately to antigenic stimulation, this is termed
A) hypersensitivity.
B) immunodeficiency.
C) autoimmunity.
D) cell-mediated immunity.
E) allergy.

Accepted Answer

Immunodeficiency refers to a weakened or absent immune response, which can be caused by various factors such as genetic defects, infections, or medications. Hypersensitivity, autoimmunity, cell-mediated immunity, and allergy all refer to heightened or abnormal immune responses.