[Immunologic condition of the newborn (author's transl)].
Partial immaturity of the immunocompetent system is accounted for by the increased susceptibility to infections seen in human newborns. This immunodeficiency that includes specific and non-specific branches of immunity, affects both humoral and cellular components. Authors present a revision of the present knowledge, including their experience in this field.
D001402:B-Lymphocytes / Q000276:immunology; D003165:Complement System Proteins / Q000032:analysis*; D006801:Humans; D007111:Immunity, Cellular; D007112:Immunity, Maternally-Acquired; D007121:Immunocompetence; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D007958:Leukocyte Count; D013601:T-Lymphocytes / Q000276:immunology
D003165:Complement System Proteins
Respuesta inmunológica del recién nacido.