immuunipuutostilanteissa
Immunodeficiency conditions, known in Finnish as immuunipuutostilanteissa, refer to a range of disorders where the immune system is compromised either by genetic factors, acquired illnesses, or external therapies. These states increase susceptibility to infections, autoimmune complications, and malignancies. Proper identification hinges on clinical evaluation, laboratory tests, and sometimes genetic sequencing.
Congenital immunodeficiencies stem from inherited mutations affecting antibody production, cellular immunity, or complement pathways. Primary immunodeficiency
Acquired immunodeficiencies arise from diseases or treatments that diminish immune competence. HIV/AIDS, chemotherapy for cancer, prolonged
Assessment of an immunodeficiency state involves a baseline complete blood count, measurement of immunoglobulin levels, lymphocyte
Therapeutic strategies depend on the type and severity of the deficiency. Immunoglobulin replacement provides passive immunity