Abstract
NBT (Nitroblue Tetrazolium) test was performed in 17 patients with Kawasaki disease to examine the function of phagocytosis and intra-cellular killing of neutrophils. The value was high compared to other pediatric patients. Activation with Proteus OX-2 antigen before NBF test showed a significant higher level than other proteus antigens, which correspond in serum level. With previous electronmicroscopic observation of rickettsia-like body in biopsy specimen, these findings suggest the existence of an agent in Kawasaki disease which shares antigenicity with Proteus OX-2.
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