IgA Antibodies and IgA Deficiency in SARS-CoV-2 Infection

A large repertoire of IgA is produced by B lymphocytes with T-independent and T-dependent mechanisms useful in defense against pathogenic microorganisms and to reduce immune activation. IgA is active against several pathogens, including rotavirus, poliovirus, influenza virus, and SARS-CoV-2. It prot...

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Main Authors: Isabella Quinti, Eva Piano Mortari, Ane Fernandez Salinas, Cinzia Milito, Rita Carsetti
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Frontiers Media S.A. 2021-04-01
Series:Frontiers in Cellular and Infection Microbiology
Subjects:
IgA
Online Access:https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fcimb.2021.655896/full