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Immunology
Research from University of Strathclyde, Institute of Pharmacy broadens understanding of immunology
March 19th, 2008
New investigation results, 'Immunological control of congenital toxoplasmosis in the murine model,' are detailed in a study published in Immunology Letters. "Toxoplasmosis is a serious disease in humans where it can cause abortion or congenital infection if a women is exposed to disease for the first time during pregnancy. Infection prior to pregnancy normally results in immunity and which is capable of protecting the foetus," scientists writing in the journal Immunology Letters report. "Similar observations have been made in the BALB/c mouse indicating the potential of mice for studying congenital disease. Consequently, the mouse has been used to study...
Source: Vaccine Weekly (2008-03-19)
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