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Peripheral B-cell phenotype and BAFF levels are associated with HLA immunization in patients awaiting kidney transplantation.
Transplantation - 15 May 2014
Snanoudj Renaud, Candon Sophie, Roelen Dave L, Jais Jean-Philippe, Claas Frans H, Legendre Christophe, Chatenoud Lucienne
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BACKGROUND: The role of B-cell subsets in human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-specific humoral responses in patients with end-stage renal disease is poorly documented. The objective of this study was to analyze the potential association between B-cell subsets distribution and anti-HLA antibodies before kidney transplantation. METHODS: The authors studied by flow cytometry peripheral B-cell subsets and serum levels of...
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