Neuronal acetylcholine receptor (AChR) ganglionic alpha-3 antibodies in the blood are often associated with autoimmune conditions, particularly those affecting the nervous system. Their presence may indicate disorders such as autoimmune autonomic neuropathy or Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome. These antibodies can interfere with normal neuronal signaling, leading to symptoms related to autonomic dysfunction. Detection of these antibodies typically warrants further investigation and management by a healthcare professional.
The serum containing alpha antibodies is typically a clear to pale yellow color. This coloration can vary slightly depending on the specific formulation and concentration of the antibodies. However, it is generally not a vibrant color, as the antibodies are often present in a diluted solution.
An alpha chain is a component of certain types of proteins, such as antibodies and hemoglobin. It is a polypeptide chain that forms part of the structure of these proteins and plays a crucial role in their function. The alpha chain is usually one of the two different types of chains (the other being a beta chain) that come together to form a functional protein complex.
The main functional group in Humira (adalimumab) is a monoclonal antibody protein. Antibodies like adalimumab have regions that specifically bind to target proteins, such as tumor necrosis factor-alpha (TNF-alpha), helping to reduce inflammation in conditions like rheumatoid arthritis.
Alpha Phi Alpha
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc.
Alpha Sigma Alpha's motto is 'Aspire, Seek, Attain'.
Alpha Chi Alpha was created on 1963-05-21.
Alpha Chi Alpha's motto is 'Fidelis et Suavis'.
Alpha Phi Alpha's motto is 'We Shall Transcend All'.
Type O negative blood does not have A or B antigens on its red blood cells, making it the universal donor blood type. It contains both anti-A and anti-B antibodies in the plasma to help fight against foreign antigens of blood types A and B during transfusions.
Alpha Kappa Alpha was created on 1908-01-15.
Alpha Sigma Alpha was created on 1901-11-15.