0 a protein (= chemical substance) produced by the body that can destroy harmful bacteria in the body. There are five different types: IgA, IgD, IgE, IgG, and IgM
The molecules that mediate migration have not been precisely defined but are likely to be members of the integrin and immunoglobulin families.
Other conjugates showed a variable degree of cross-reactivity with jird immunoglobulins, but their reactions were inferior to the aforementioned anti-mouse or anti-rat immunoglobulin conjugates.
The treatment of myocarditis is still controversial (immunosuppresion, immunomodulation with immunoglobulins, interferon or antiviral therapy?).
After the challenge no increase in immunoglobulins was observed in either group.
Transfusions of albumin and immunoglobulins were needed every 2 weeks, as well as substitution with calcium, magnesium and, later on, zinc.
Treatment is with intravenous immunoglobulin +/- steroids, and appropriate antigen-negative cellular components should be given for any future transfusions.
Detection of immunoglobulin binding factor by enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay using two monoclonal antibodies.
After conversion to a cavopulmonary connection, the symptoms regressed and substitution with albumin and immunoglobulin was no longer required.
