Questions: Self antigens
a proteln chalns
MHC II molecules
MHCI molecules
Transcript text: Self antigens
a proteln chalns
MHC II molecules
MHCI molecules
Solution
The answer is the third one: MHC I molecules.
Explanation for each option:
Protein chains: This is incorrect because while self-antigens can be proteins, the term "protein chains" is too broad and does not specifically refer to the molecules involved in presenting self-antigens.
MHC II molecules: This is incorrect because MHC II molecules are primarily involved in presenting antigens to helper T cells and are typically associated with exogenous antigens, not self-antigens.
MHC I molecules: This is correct because MHC I molecules present self-antigens (as well as endogenous antigens) to cytotoxic T cells, which is a key part of the immune system's ability to recognize and respond to infected or abnormal cells.
MHC I molecules: This is a repeat of the correct answer.
Summary:
Self-antigens are presented by MHC I molecules, which play a crucial role in the immune system's ability to monitor and respond to cells within the body.