High levels of serum mannose-binding lectin are associated with the severity of clinical signs of leptospirosis

High levels of serum mannose-binding lectin are associated with the severity of clinical signs of leptospirosis

The clinical heterogeneity observed in leptospirosis may be associated with host factors or bacteria virulence. Human serum mannose-binding lectin (MBL) recognizes many pathogens, and low levels of this lectin are associated with susceptibility to infection. MBL is also implicated in the modulation...

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Main Authors: K.A. Miranda, L.R.S. Vasconcelos, L.C.B.B. Coelho, J.L. Lima Filho, M.S.M. Cavalcanti, P. Moura
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Associação Brasileira de Divulgação Científica 2009-04-01
Series:Brazilian Journal of Medical and Biological Research
Subjects:
Leptospirosis
Mannose-binding lectin
Hemorrhage
Cardiac alteration
Renal complication
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