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Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis is classified on the slides as which type of CNS disorder?
Options
A Degenerative
B Infectious
C Autoimmune
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D Traumatic
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Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Acute disseminated encephalomyelitis (ADEM) is classified as an autoimmune CNS disorder. It involves an immune response against the brain and spinal cord, attacking myelin.

Hint

This condition results from the immune system mistakenly attacking the CNS.

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