Cd72

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CD72b; Cluster of Differentiation 72; LYB2

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Acronym for"Cluster of differentiation 72". CD72 is a protein, a C-type lectin, which has important functions in the immune system. Polymorphisms have been shown in idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura. CD72 is expressed by B cells and is a ligand of CD5. The C72 antibody does not play a prominent role in immunohistology.

LiteratureThis section has been translated automatically.

  1. Xu J et al (2008) CD72 polymorphism associated with child-onset of idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura in Chinese patients. J Clin Immunol 28:214-219.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer