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Molecular, genetic, and functional analysis of homozygous C8 beta-chain deficiency in two siblings.
Immunopharmacology - 1 Dec 1997
Kotnik V, Luznik-Bufon T, Schneider P M, Kirschfink M
Abstract excerpt
UNLABELLED: C8 deficiency is associated with an increased susceptibility to neisserial infections. We present a case of an 11 year old boy who suffered from infection with Neisseria meningitidis. Medical history of the patient and his family (n = 5) did not indicate any previous immunodeficiency symptoms. Results from the analysis of phagocyte and lymphocyte functions were within the normal range. No hemolytic...
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