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Hypersensitivity Reactions Overview organizes all four types of immune-mediated adverse responses into a structured classification system. Type I (Immediate/Allergic) involves IgE antibodies triggering mast cells; Type II (Cytotoxic) uses IgG/IgM antibodies against cell surfaces; Type III (Immune Complex-Mediated) deposits antigen-antibody complexes in tissues; Type IV (Delayed/Cell-Mediated) relies on sensitized T lymphocytes without antibodies. Each type includes its immunological mechanism and clinically relevant examples from anaphylaxis to contact dermatitis. This diagram serves as a quick reference for understanding pathophysiology and differential diagnosis of allergic and autoimmune conditions. Fork and customize this diagram to create study guides, clinical decision trees, or patient education materials.

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What are the four types of hypersensitivity reactions and how do their mechanisms differ?

The four hypersensitivity types differ by immune mechanism: Type I uses IgE antibodies on mast cells (anaphylaxis, hay fever); Type II uses IgG/IgM against cell surfaces (hemolytic anemia); Type III deposits immune complexes in tissues (lupus, rheumatoid arthritis); Type IV uses sensitized T lymphocytes without antibodies (contact dermatitis). This diagram maps each type's mechanism to clinical ex

Hypersensitivity Types Overview

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August 14, 2026

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