Abstract Number: 657 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Distinct Contributions of C1q and C3 in Preventing Immunogenicity of Apoptotic Cells in Lupus
Background/Purpose: Defective clearance of apoptotic cells (AC) and complement deficiency are important contributors to the pathogenesis of systemic lupus. Dead (sunburn) cells and complement…Abstract Number: 653 • 2014 ACR/ARHP Annual Meeting
Dermal Injury Promotes Nephritis Flare in Lupus-Prone NZM2328 Mice
Background/Purpose: Systemic lupus erythematosus is an autoimmune disease with pleotropic manifestations, including severe skin disease, hematologic abnormalities and nephritis. Clinically, lupus is characterized by episodes…