Abstract
X-linked hyper IgM (X-HIM) is a rare inherited immune deficiency that has recently been shown to result from a defect in the gene for CD40 ligand (CD40L). Here, Ramsay L. Fuleihan and Raif S. Geha describe the clinical and pathological features of this disease, its pathogenesis, and current as well as potential future therapies.
Original language | English (US) |
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Pages (from-to) | 133-136 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Immunologist |
Volume | 5 |
Issue number | 4 |
State | Published - Jan 1 1997 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Immunology
- Cell Biology