Interferon-γ Level in Patients with Atopic Dermatitis

Abstract

Atopic Dermatitis is an itchy, inflammatory skin condition with a predilection for the skin flexures. Studies have found the expression of IL-4 and decreased IFN-γ expression was more pronounced in allergen-specific T cells stimulated by various allergens. A comparative descriptive study cover 21 case of AD and 16 control individuals. The mean level of INF-γ was higher among the control than the cases of AD but there was no significant difference between the mean INF-γ level (P = 0.261). There was no significant difference in age between cases and control (P = 0.053).

Keywords: Atopic dermatitis, INF- γ, Family history, Children

DOI: 10.7176/JHMN/64-01

Publication date:July 31^st 2019