Evaluation with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay spot detection of the frequency of interferon-gamma-producing T cells in bronchoalveolar lavage is useful in identifying lung transplant patients at higher risk of acute rejection.

Meloni, F

Evaluation with enzyme-linked immunosorbent assay spot detection of the frequency of interferon-gamma-producing T cells in bronchoalveolar lavage is useful in identifying lung transplant patients at higher risk of acute rejection. [electronic resource] - Transplantation proceedings - 3286-8 p. digital

Publication Type: Journal Article; Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't

0041-1345

10.1016/s0041-1345(01)02396-x doi


Acute Disease
Bronchoalveolar Lavage Fluid--cytology
Drug Therapy, Combination
Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay--methods
Graft Rejection--epidemiology
Heart-Lung Transplantation--immunology
Humans
Immunosuppressive Agents--therapeutic use
Interferon-gamma--biosynthesis
Lung Diseases--classification
Lung Transplantation--immunology
Lymphocyte Activation
Risk Factors
Sensitivity and Specificity
T-Lymphocytes--immunology