Tissue transplantation has been made possible by our ability to
A) inhibit interleukin -5.
B) closely match HLA molecules between individuals.
C) alter the expression of the HLA molecules.
D) competitively inhibit HLA molecules.
E) inhibit the binding of helper T cells to the HLA.

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The success of tissue transplantation largely depends on the compatibility of human leukocyte antigen (HLA) molecules between the donor and recipient. Closely matching HLA molecules between individuals helps to prevent the recipient's immune system from recognizing the transplanted tissue as foreign and attacking it, thereby increasing the chances of transplantation success.

Tissue Transplantation Has Been Made Possible by Our Ability to