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The influence of haemoperfusion on some immunological parameters was investigated in a pilot study involving two groups of three patients each.
In columns containing cellulose-coated activated charcoal or polystyrene resin a temporary reduction of the total white cell number, particularly involving the segmented and band neutrophils, was demonstrated.
Cellulose-coated activated charcoal and, to a lesser extent, polystyrene resin induced activation of the complement system using C3d as a parameter.
An appreciable decrease of immunoglobulin or complement levels could not be demonstrated in either column.
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Rommes, J.H., Sangster, B., Gmelig Meyling, F.H.J. et al. The influence of haemoperfusion on white cells, immunoglobulin concentrations and the complementsystem in the treatment of intoxications. Arch Toxicol 52, 149–156 (1983). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00354774
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