Analysis of serum IgG subclasses in Churg-Strauss syndrome--the meaning of elevated serum levels of IgG4.

Volume: 49, Issue: 14, Pages: 1365 - 1370
Published: Jul 15, 2010
Abstract
Objective Mikulicz's disease (MD) is characterized by symmetrical and persistent enlargement of the lacrimal and salivary glands. Recently it has been categorized as an 'Ig (immunoglobulin) G4-related disease.' It presents with elevated serum levels of IgG4 and abundant infiltration of IgG4-bearing plasmacytes in involved organs. Allergic symptoms are often observed in patients with IgG4-related disease. On the other hand, allergic diseases are...
Paper Details
Title
Analysis of serum IgG subclasses in Churg-Strauss syndrome--the meaning of elevated serum levels of IgG4.
Published Date
Jul 15, 2010
Volume
49
Issue
14
Pages
1365 - 1370
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