Tag Archives: Immune

CRISPR gene editing can create cells immune to HIV

Transplanted cells persist for 19 months in man with HIV – but don’t appear to control HIV when treatment stops CRISPR gene editing was safe and moderately effective in introducing stem cells that lacked the CCR5 receptor and were immune to HIV infection after chemotherapy eradicated the immune system of a man with HIV and… Read More: CRISPR gene editing can create cells immune to HIV »

Genetics Home Reference: PLCG2-associated antibody deficiency and immune dysregulation

PLCG2-associated antibody deficiency and immune dysregulation (PLAID) is an immune system disorder characterized by an allergic reaction to cold temperatures. Other immune system problems can also occur. The hallmark feature of PLAID is the development of a red, itchy rash (hives) when the skin is exposed to cool temperatures, which is known as cold urticaria.… Read More: Genetics Home Reference: PLCG2-associated antibody deficiency and immune dysregulation »