Immunoglobulin therapy

Immunoglobulins are protein molecules (antibodies) found in plasma and they perform a critical role within immune response in the body. Antibodies recognise and bind to particular antigens (such as bacteria or viruses) and assist in their destruction. Thus immunoglobulin (Ig) plays a vital role in fighting infection and disease. Immunoglobulins are fractionated blood products made from human plasma. There are a range of Ig therapies which are summarised below.

Intravenous immunoglobulin
Subcutaneous immunoglobulin
Normal immunoglobulin
Hyperimmune immunoglobulin products
Governance arrangements for immunoglobulin therapy
Last reviewed: 03-01-2023