IgA nephropathy, also known as Berger’s disease, is a kidney condition characterized by the accumulation of immunoglobulin A (IgA) in the kidneys. Antibodies are proteins that normally help fight infections. However, in IgA nephropathy, abnormal forms of IgA accumulate in the kidneys, causing inflammation and damage. This inflammation can eventually lead to kidney problems, including …
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Antibodies also known as immunoglobulins are a special type of protein made by plasma cells. These special proteins protect our bodies by sticking to bacteria and viruses, which makes them easier to remove from the body. They can also stick to abnormal cells or cells that have stopped functioning normally. A plasma cell neoplasm is …
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Immunoglobulins are special proteins made by plasma cells, a type of white blood cell that develops from B cells. Immunoglobulins are also called antibodies. Their primary role is to protect the body by recognizing and attaching to harmful substances such as bacteria, viruses, and toxins. Once an immunoglobulin attaches to a target, it marks it …
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