The Immunopathology Division focuses on autoimmune disease, immunodeficiency and allergy diagnostics. Members develop testing algorithms, promote quality standards and advance immunological research relevant to the Kenyan population.
What this division works on
Autoimmune disease network
Collaborative networks for the diagnosis and management of autoimmune disorders in Kenya.
Allergy testing standards
National guidelines for allergy testing and immunotherapy services.
Immunodeficiency registry
A national registry for primary and secondary immunodeficiency disorders.
Serology quality programmes
Quality assurance for infectious disease serology testing.
What the division covers
- Autoantibody testing in autoimmune disease
- Allergy investigations
- Assessment of immune deficiency, including lymphocyte subsets
- Serum protein electrophoresis and immunofixation
- Transplant and HLA related testing
- Quality assurance for immunoassays
Why it matters in KenyaAutoimmune conditions, immune deficiency and allergy are often underrecognised. Careful immunology testing, and advice on when to test, help clinicians reach the diagnosis sooner and avoid unnecessary investigations.
Related KACP activities
Get involved
KACP members are welcome to join this division. Write to the Secretariat at info@kacp.co.ke and say which division interests you.
