Part 2: Follow-up of Case Study We introduced the case of a 7-month-old infant with recurrent bacterial infections such

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Part 2: Follow-up of Case Study We introduced the case of a 7-month-old infant with recurrent bacterial infections such

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Part 2 Follow Up Of Case Study We Introduced The Case Of A 7 Month Old Infant With Recurrent Bacterial Infections Such 1
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Part 2: Follow-up of Case Study We introduced the case of a 7-month-old infant with recurrent bacterial infections such as Staphylococcus aureus sepsis, hepatosplenomegaly, and oral thrush from Candida albicans. She most recently has been admitted to the ER with a lung infection and Staphylococcus aureus in her blood. The patient has WBC counts (59,000/mm3) and a higher than normal population of neutrophils. 1. Further tests reveal that the patient has Leukocyte adhesion deficiency (LAD). What is LAD? (2) 2. Explain how LAD impacts the innate immune response and contributes to the symptoms seen in this patient. (6) 3. What treatment for LAD would be recommended for this patient? Explain. (4) C
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