terminology
this is the formation of blood cells; adequate cell production suppo0rts normal immune system function or immunocompetence, what is this formation called?
hematopoiesis
these are made up of WBC's and other cells; they are natural substances that fight infection, what are these called?
interferons
what is the prototype for this?
interferon alpha-2b medication
neurotoxicity and cardiotoxicity
when there is inadequate or immune deficiency this leads to risk of this, what is this?
infection and cancer
these produce cytokines, they act on non-hematopoietic cells, what are these called?
interleukins
that are the therapeutic effect and use of this medication?
tx of certain types of cancer, hepatitis B and C, genital warts
this is contraindicated in this population and need effective methods to prevent this?
women, pregnancy
these are small proteins released n cells that specifically affect cell and cell communicaton
cytokines
what WBCs are part of the immune cells?
neutrophils, monocytes, lymphocytes
what is a very common adverse effect that patients can feel?
flu-like symptoms
what mental health concerns are there for this medication?
depression and suicide
hormone secreted by kidney's, stimulates bone marrow production of RBC's
erythropoiesis
this is the term for low neutrophil count, what is this?
neutropenia
these may be increased and produce Iver toxicity, what is increased?
enzymes
these labs need to be check prior to start of treatment and periodically thereafter, what are these?
CBC and LFT's
what drug interactions are not recommended?
any other drugs that suppress the immune system