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Interferon increases IgE binding to basophils.

S Skurkovich, B Skurkovich, J A Bellanti

    Annals of Allergy
    |May 1, 1983
    PubMed
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    Human interferon (HuIFN) significantly increases immunoglobulin E (IgE) binding to human basophils. This finding suggests HuIFN may play a role in developing immediate type hypersensitivity, commonly known as allergies.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Allergy Research
    • Cellular Biology

    Background:

    • Immediate type hypersensitivity reactions involve mediator release from cells like mast cells and basophils.
    • Binding of immunoglobulin E (IgE) to these cells is a critical initial step in this process.
    • Understanding factors influencing IgE binding is crucial for allergy research.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the effect of human interferon (HuIFN) on IgE binding to human leukocytes, specifically basophils.
    • To explore the potential role of HuIFN in the pathogenesis of immediate type hypersensitivity.

    Main Methods:

    • Human leukocytes (basophils) were pre-treated with different types of human interferon (HuIFN).
    • The binding of immunoglobulin E (IgE) to the surface of these treated basophils was subsequently measured.

    Main Results:

    • Pre-treatment with various types of HuIFN resulted in a marked enhancement of IgE binding to basophils.
    • This indicates a direct influence of HuIFN on the IgE-receptor interaction on leukocyte surfaces.

    Conclusions:

    • Human interferon (HuIFN) significantly increases the binding of immunoglobulin E (IgE) to human basophils.
    • These findings support a potential pathogenetic role for HuIFN in the development of immediate type hypersensitivity and allergic conditions.

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