Adverse immunostimulation

{
  "id": "MLC-T-CHM-000301",
  "term": "Adverse immunostimulation",
  "field": "Chemistry",
  "definition": "Activation of some part of the immune system that is unwanted or unintended and is not directed at a particular antigen, for example after exposure to a drug or chemical. Outcomes include excessive release of cytokines, inflammation and tissue damage, and the condition contributes in some cases to hypersensitivity or autoimmune disease. Immunosuppression is the opposite, a reduction in immune function.",
  "subject": "Chemistry and Human Health",
  "see_also": [
    "immune system",
    "pseudoallergy"
  ],
  "references": [
    "PAC, 2012, 84, 1113. 'IUPAC glossary of terms used in immunotoxicology (IUPAC Recommendations 2012)' on page 1119 (https://doi.org/10.1351/PAC-REC-11-06-03)"
  ],
  "url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/chemistry/adverse-immunostimulation/"
}