Immunopathology

Immunopathology is a field of science that studies pathological processes in the human immune system. It is closely related to immunology, the science of the structure and functioning of the immune system, and is its clinical section.

Immunopathology studies various diseases associated with dysfunction of the immune system. These may be autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, systemic lupus erythematosus, multiple sclerosis and others, as well as infectious diseases caused by viruses or bacteria.

One of the main methods for studying immunopathological processes is immunological analysis. It allows you to determine the level of various immune cells, such as T lymphocytes, B lymphocytes and monocytes, as well as the level of antibodies in the blood. This makes it possible to identify disturbances in the functioning of the immune system and determine the cause of the disease.

In addition, immunopathology uses genetic analysis methods to identify mutations in genes responsible for the functioning of the immune system. These methods make it possible to identify the causes of hereditary diseases associated with impaired immune function.

In general, immunopathology plays an important role in understanding the mechanisms of the immune system and developing treatments for various diseases. It is an important tool for diagnosing and treating many diseases related to human health.