06/05/2026
🧐 🧐 🧐 Langerhans cell histiocytosis ( ) is a rare condition characterized by abnormal growth of the Langerhans cells. The proliferation of these cells leads to the formation of tumors called granulomas, which can then invade the bones and cause pain, inflammation and (in some instances) bone fracture. The disease is most commonly seen in children younger than 15 years of age; however, it has been observed in other age groups too.
📌 📌 📌 The exact etiology of LCH is unknown; however, somatic mutations in the gene have been identified in the majority of the patients. In a nutshell, BRAF gene encodes a protein called B-Raf, which is involved in transmitting growth signals to the nucleus of the cell. Consequently, somatic mutations in the BRAF gene lead to increased production of the B-Raf protein, which ultimately causes uncontrollable cell proliferation.
🔬 🔬 🔬 The histological features of LCH are variable and influenced by the age of lesions and their location. Generally speaking, on microscopy, cells are oval or round with a nuclear groove resembling a coffee bean. LCH coalesces as an eosinophilic granuloma, owing to the influx of eosinophils, macrophages, T cells, and multinucleated cells. Immunostaining highlights the expression of CD1a, Langerin (CD207), and S100.
📢 📢 📢 (CD207) is a type II transmembrane protein which is encoded by the CD207 gene in humans. It is a main part of Birbeck granules. Langerin is C-type lectin receptor on Langerhans cells (LCs). It is the most specific marker for Langerhans cells and is functionally involved in antigen uptake.
📣 📣 📣 (Cluster of Differentiation 1a) is a human protein encoded by the CD1A gene. CD1a is a β2 microglobulin associated transmembrane glycoprotein of the CD1 family that presents lipid and glycolipid antigens to T cells and serves as a diagnostic marker for Langerhans cells and selected immature T cell neoplasms.
💎 Dartmon Langerin/CD207 antibody 💎
▪️ Clone: DA175
▪️ Cat. No. : DMRD0216
▪️ Usage pattern: Manual or device utilization
▪️ Ready-to-use: 3ml, 6ml, 10ml
▪️ Concentrated: 0.1ml, 0.5ml, 1ml
💎 Dartmon CD1a antibody 💎
▪️ Clone: DA016
▪️ Cat. No. : RMB1A055
▪️ Usage pattern: Manual or device utilization
▪️ Ready-to-use: 3ml, 6ml, 10ml
▪️ Concentrated: 0.1ml, 0.5ml, 1ml