Study Identifies Possible Method to Block Production of Antibodies Associated with Lupus

Previous studies have shown that CD154, a protein located on the surface of white blood cells, is not properly produced in people with lupus. This abnormality likely contributes to the development of lupus, possibly by over stimulating cells that produce antibodies. Researchers have now found the first evidence to support a possible mechanism that links CD154 with IL-15, a signaling protein often elevated in the blood of people with lupus. Understanding these mechanism could lead to future developments of novel therapies for the treatment of lupus and other autoimmune diseases. http://www.lupus.org/research-news/entry/study-ids-possible-method-to-block-production-of-antibodies?utm_source=Newsletter+11-18-14&utm_campaign=Newsletter&utm_medium=email