Severe Combined Immunodeficiency (SCID) Flashcards
1
Q
What is the defect in SCID?
A
Deficiency of both B and T Cells
2
Q
What results from B cell deficiency in SCID?
A
recurrent sinopulmonary infections
-as early as 6 months of age
3
Q
What results from T cell deficiency in SCID?
A
Many infections you would see with AIDS
-PCP
-Varicella
-Candida
4
Q
Treatment options for SCID?
A
Treat infections
Bone Marrow Transplant
-may be curative
