Serum Concentrations of Immunoglobulins and Complement Components in Women Using An Intra-uterine Contraceptive Device (IUCD)

Abstract

Immunoglobulins A, G and M and the complement components C3, C4 and CI-INH were quantified in sera from 59 women using an intra-uterine contraceptive device (IUCD). Most of the women were using a Cu IUCD, and the mean duration of use was 7.3 years. No differences in the concentrations were detected compared with control subjects. Our data, however, do not exclude a possible temporary change in the concentrations of immunoglobulins and complement components.

Key Words:

• Immunoglobulins
• complement components
• IUCD