The Immunoglobulin a System
The International Symposium on the Immunoglobulin A System was organized in observance of the twenty-fifth anni versary of the School of Dentistry of the University of Ala bama in Birmingham. Immunoglobulin A was chosen as the sub ject of the Symposium because of its broad scope in relation to al...
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| Format: | eBook |
| Language: | English |
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New York, NY
Springer US
1974, 1974
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| Edition: | 1st ed. 1974 |
| Series: | NATO Science Series B:, Physics
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| Collection: | Springer Book Archives -2004 - Collection details see MPG.ReNa |
Table of Contents:
- Physical-Chemical Characteristics of J Chains Obtained from IgM
- DISCUSSION II
- Session C Structure Chairman: Jiri Mestecky
- Isolation, Properties, and Structure of Human IgA Myeloma Globulins
- Amino Acid Sequence Studies of Human IgA Myeloma Proteins
- Structural Studies on a Human IgA1 Myeloma Protein with a Carboxy Terminal Deletion
- The Hinge Peptide of an IgA2m(2) Myeloma Protein
- The Carbohydrate Composition of Glycopeptides Isolated from IgA2 Immunoglobulin
- Mouse IgA Myeloma Proteins with Alpha Chain Deletions: A Comparison with Human Alpha Chains with Deletions
- DISCUSSION I
- Evidence for a Common Synthetic Origin for Secretory and Serum IgA
- Studies on the Primary Structure of Human Secretory Component
- Production of an Fc Fragment from Human Immunoglobulin A by an IgA-Specific Bacterial Protease
- Precipitin Cross-Reactions between Human and Animal J-Chains
- Disulfide Bridges of Human Immunoglobulins A1 and A2
- DISCUSSION II
- Session A Developmental and Cellular Aspects Chairman: Lars A. Hanson
- The IgA System in Connection with Local and Systemic Immunity
- Origin, Distribution, and Differentiation of IgA-Producing Cells
- Cell Types Contributing to the Biosynthesis of sIgA
- DISCUSSION I
- Gut-Associated Lymphoblasts and Intestinal IgA Plasma Cells
- Bronchial Lymphoid Tissue
- The Origin of Monomeric and Polymeric Forms of IgA in Man
- Cytophilic Properties of IgA to Human Neutrophils
- DISCUSSION II
- Session B Structure, Biosynthesis, and Genetics Chairman: J. Claude Bennett
- Characteristics of SC-Ig Complexes Formed in vitro
- Association of S-IgA Subunits
- Modulation of the Assembly of Immunoglobulin Subunits
- DISCUSSION I - E. C. Franklin, Initial Discussant
- Mechanism of Immunoglobulin Polymer Assembly
- Assembly and Secretion of Immunoglobulin A
- Special Characteristics of the IgA2 Subclass
- Genetics and Evolution of Human Immunoglobulin A
- Session D Function Chairman: Frederick W. Kraus
- Implications of Secretory Immune System in Viral Infections
- The Role of the Secretory Immune System in Protection Against Agents Which Infect the Respiratory Tract
- The Role of Immunization in Controlling Antigen Uptake from the Small Intestine
- Lack of C3 Activation through Classical or Alternate Pathways by Human Secretory IgA Anti-Blood Group A Antibody
- DISCUSSION I
- Bacterial Adherence to Mucosal Surfaces and Its Inhibition by Secretory Antibodies
- Specificity of Antibodies to Streptococcus Mutans; Significance in Inhibition of Adherence
- Secretory Antibodies in Milk of Swine Against Transmissible Gastroenteritis Virus
- Secretory IgA and Direct Killing of Shigella by Serum Components
- DISCUSSION II
- Session E Clinical Considerations Chairman: Max D. Cooper
- Current Knowledge on Alpha Chain Disease
- The Cellular Basis of IgA Deficiency in Humans
- Alpha Chain Determinants on the Membrane of Immunoglobulin Synthesizing Cells
- Secretory and Serum IgA in Children with Protein-Calorie Malnutrition
- Studies of Secretory Antibodies to E. Coli in Human Urine Compared to the Serum Antibody Content
- Secretory IgA: An Adolescent Coming of Age
- DISCUSSION I
- Types of Size Heterogeneity of IgA Molecules Isolated from Myeloma and Normal Human Serum
- Distribution of IgA Subclasses in Sera and Bone Marrow Plasma Cells of 21 Normal Individuals
- Selective IgA Deficiency and Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease — A Family Study
- DISCUSSION II
- Session F The IgA Antibody Response Implications for Oral Health Chairman: Alexander R. Lawton
- The Induction and Characterization of Secretory IgAAntibodies
- Human Nasal Exocrine IgA Antibody: Formation and Some Activities
- The IgA Antibody-Forming Cell Response in the Rabbit Submandibular Gland Following Several Different Methods of Immunization
- The Establishment of Systemic Immunity Following Antigenic Stimulation of the Lymphoid Tissue of the Gastrointestinal Mucosa
- DISCUSSION I
- The Relationship between Serum and Salivary Antibodies and Cell Mediated Immunity in Oral Disease in Man
- Oral Manifestations of IgA Deficiency
- DISCUSSION II
- Conclusion
- Impressions, Summary, and Questions Raised by the IgA Symposium
- Program Participants