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What are the effects of pesticides on the immune system?

  1. Pesticides can act as carcinogens and immune suppressors.
  2. Exposure to pesticides can lead to respiratory ailments.
  3. Gastrointestinal issues are a known effect of pesticide exposure.
  4. Pesticides protect the immune system from infections.

    A3 only

    B1 only

    C1, 2, 3

    D2, 3

    Answer:

    C. 1, 2, 3

    Read Explanation:

    PESTICIDES AS IMMUNE SUPPRESSORS

    • Pesticides besides being carcinogens act as immune suppressors.

    • The effects observed in immune-compromised individuals exposed to pesticides include respiratory ailments, gastrointestinal and acute inflammatory kidney infections

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