Abstract
The distribution of T lymphocytes that bear Fc receptors for IgG and IgM (T G and T M) has been investigated in 22 patients with primary biliary cirrhosis. Absolute numbers and percentages of T lymphocytes and of T G and T M lymphocytes were decreased, while percentages and absolute numbers of lymphocytes without a detectable Fc receptor for IgG and IgM (T nonG-nonM) were markedly increased. These results are not completely explained by the masking of the Fc receptor by immune complexes since enzymatic treatment of lymphocytes corrected these alterations only partially. These data suggest a faulty regulation of immunocompetent cells in patients with primary biliary cirrhosis.
Sign-in/Register to access full text options 
Talk to us
Join us for a 30 min session where you can share your feedback and ask us any queries you have
Schedule a callDisclaimer: All third-party content on this website/platform is and will remain the property of their respective owners and is provided on "as is" basis without any warranties, express or implied. Use of third-party content does not indicate any affiliation, sponsorship with or endorsement by them. Any references to third-party content is to identify the corresponding services and shall be considered fair use under The CopyrightLaw.
