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Recurrent infections associated with rare immunoglobulin isotypes deficiency

Synonyms
Immunoglobulin kappa light chain deficiency; KAPPA CHAIN DEFICIENCY
Modes of inheritance
Unknown inheritance (Orphanet)

Summary

Deficiencies in immunoglobulin (Ig) isotypes (including: isolated IgG subclass deficiency, IgG sublcass deficiency with IgA deficiency and kappa chain deficiency) are primary immunodeficiencies that are often asymptomatic but can be characterized by recurrent, often pyogenic, sinopulmonary infections. [from ORDO]

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Clinical tests (3 available)

Molecular Genetics Tests

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  • Also known as: HCAK1, IGKCD, Km, IGKC
    Summary: immunoglobulin kappa constant

Clinical features

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Imported from Human Phenotype Ontology (HPO)

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