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common variable immunodeficiency 4

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A common variable immunodeficiency that has_material_basis_in homozygous mutation in the BAFFR gene (TNFRSF13C), which encodes the B-cell activating factor receptor, on chromosome 22q13.

Signs and symptoms

  • Decreased circulating IgM concentration
  • Complete or near-complete absence of specific antibody response to unconjugated pneumococcus polysaccharide
  • Combined immunodeficiency
  • Recurrent pneumonia
  • Decreased circulating IgG concentration
  • Recurrent bacterial infections
  • Recurrent sinusitis
  • Abnormal total T cell number