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Damage to oligodendrocytes is associated with which autoimmune condition?
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Correct answer: A. Multiple sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis (MS) involves autoimmune destruction of oligodendrocytes (myelin-producing cells) causing CNS demyelination.
- A. ✅ CORRECT – MS: autoimmune demyelinating disease; oligodendrocytes are the target cells.
- B. ❌ Rheumatoid arthritis targets synovial joints.
- C. ❌ SLE is immune complex-mediated; not primarily a demyelinating disease.
- D. ❌ Myasthenia gravis targets acetylcholine receptors at the neuromuscular junction.
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