Superantigens in human disease.

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  • Author(s): Johnson, H.M.; Russell, J.K.
  • Source:
    Scientific American. Apr92, Vol. 266 Issue 4, p92. 8p. 3 Color Photographs, 12 Diagrams.
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    • Subject Terms:
      SUPERANTIGENS; IMMUNOLOGY; PHYSIOLOGY
    • Abstract:
      States that superantigens cause food poisoning and toxic shock, and they may also contribute to arthritis and acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). Reports that investigators are learning how these proteins overstimulate the immune system and induce disease; Details of a discovery made by the authors while conducting this study.