LPS-responsive beige-like anchor protein deficiency
LPS-responsive beige-like anchor protein deficiency is a rare genetic condition caused by the absence of LPS-responsive beige-like anchor protein (LRBA). Signs and symptomsThe presentation of this condition is variable making the diagnosis difficult. The most common features include[1]
There is also a tendency to develop inflammatory bowel disease. GeneticsThe LBRA gene is located on the long arm of chromosome 4 (4q31.3).[citation needed] PathogenesisLBRA protein interacts with the protein CTLA4. The absence of LBRA increases the turnover of CTLA4 and interferes with vesicle trafficking.[citation needed] DiagnosisDifferential diagnosisManagementAlong with treatment for infections and other complications several additional treatments have been tried. These include hematopoietic stem cell transplantation, immunoglobulin replacement and immunosuppressive treatment.[1] HistoryThis condition was first described in 2012.[2] References
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