Hyper-IgM syndrome 3 is an autosomal recessive disorder caused by mutations of the CD40 gene. Patients are characterized by low levels of Immunoglobulin IgG, IgA, and IgE but elevated IgM. This immunoglobulin abnormality is accompanied by susceptibility to infections.
Hyper-IgM syndrome | ||||
Hyper-IgM syndrome 1 | ||||
Hyper-IgM syndrome 2 | ||||
Hyper-IgM syndrome 3 | ||||
CD40 | ||||
Hyper-IgM syndrome 4 | ||||
Hyper-IgM syndrome 5 | ||||
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OMIM.ORG article Omim 606843 |