The mycoplasma pneumoniae infection Archive
Mycoplasma Pneumoniae Infections
Saturday, December 5th, 2009There are special tests that represent quantitative and qualitative immunoassays conducted with the purpose of identifying human antibodies that are directed against Mycoplasma pneumoniae. This helps to define immunoglobulin classes individuals possess. This, in turn, gives necessary information about exposure to pathogen and disease state. Mycoplasma pneumoniae infections lead to the ... Continue reading
Immune response to Mycoplasma pneumoniae
Tuesday, December 1st, 2009Mycoplasma pneumoniae has protein as well as glycolipid antigens that provoke antibody responses in those who are affected by the infection. One of the most common aims pursued by many antibodies generated by the host in response to the Mycoplasma pneumoniae infection is P1 protein. After an initial infection the ... Continue reading