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AWhat Mechanism of Self-Tolerance Is Broken in the Autoimmune Syndrome

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A.What mechanism of self-tolerance is broken in the autoimmune syndrome APECED?
B.What is the underlying genetic defect in APECED? Explain why it leads to a reduction in self-tolerance.

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