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Flow Cytometric Immune Monitoring of B. Afzelii-Specific T Lymphocytes
Sponsor: University Hospital, Strasbourg, France
Summary
Lyme borreliosis diagnosis currently relies on clinical assessment and detection of Borrelia-specific antibodies. However, serology does not allow reliable assessment of active infection. Evaluation of the cellular immune response through Borrelia-specific T lymphocyte monitoring may provide complementary diagnostic and prognostic information. This study aims to assess Borrelia afzelii-specific T-cell responses using multiparameter flow cytometry after stimulation with standardized peptide pools. This approach enables the characterization of CD4+ and CD8+ T cells, including polyfunctional immune responses. The diagnostic and prognostic value of this immunomonitoring strategy will be evaluated in patients with acrodermatitis chronica atrophicans, a late manifestation of Lyme borreliosis associated with B. afzelii.
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
18 Years - Any
Study Type
OBSERVATIONAL
Enrollment
20
Start Date
2026-09
Completion Date
2029-03
Last Updated
2026-07-14
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Locations (1)
Hôpitaux Universitaires de Strasbourg
Strasbourg, France