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Diminished suppressor cell function in patients with asbestosis.

H R Gaumer, N J Doll, J Kaimal

    Clinical and Experimental Immunology
    |April 1, 1981
    PubMed
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    Asbestosis impairs immune responses, specifically cell-mediated immunity. This study found suppressed delayed hypersensitivity and altered T-cell subsets in asbestosis patients, indicating defective immunoregulation.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunology
    • Occupational Health
    • Pulmonology

    Background:

    • Asbestos exposure is linked to immune system abnormalities.
    • Defective immunoregulation may underlie observed immune deficits in asbestos workers.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate lymphocyte function and immunoregulation in patients with asbestosis.
    • To compare immune responses in asbestosis patients with age-, sex-, and smoking-matched controls.

    Main Methods:

    • Assessed in vivo delayed hypersensitivity using skin tests (SKSD, Candida, DNCB).
    • Evaluated in vitro lymphocyte proliferation and T-cell subsets (E-rosettes, Elate).
    • Measured B cell counts and lymphocyte response to mitogens and concanavalin A stimulation.

    Main Results:

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    • Asbestosis patients showed depressed skin test responses to recall antigens.
    • In vitro lymphocyte proliferation to DNBSO3 was reduced in patients with positive skin tests.
    • A significant decrease in Elate (suppressor) T cells and an increase in B cells were observed.
    • Elevated suppressor cell activity and decreased suppressor cell function were noted.

    Conclusions:

    • Asbestosis is associated with defective immunoregulation, characterized by impaired cell-mediated immunity.
    • Specific alterations include reduced delayed hypersensitivity, decreased suppressor T cells, and increased B cells.
    • These findings highlight the impact of asbestosis on the immune system's regulatory mechanisms.