Immuno-andrology/IVF/AID/HIV
Hafez, E.S.; Zea, H.B.; Arias, E.
Archives of Aids Research 1(2-3): 198-205
1987
ISSN/ISBN: 0899-4811 PMID: 12315311 Document Number: 356030
Several research projects are suggested related to artificial insemination by donor (AID), rectal insemination, autoimmunity in the male reproductive system and isoimmunity in the female tract and HIV transmission. The mixed antiglobulin reaction test is suggested as an early indicator of whether semen for donor insemination is free of HIV. Such semen should also be screened for hepatitis B. The immune responses to rectal insemination should be explored, as evidence from laboratory animals and homosexual men suggests that this practice may compromise the immune system. The possibility that the high titer of HIV in semen could adversely affect women using IUDs, via the exposed tail of the device, should be investigated. A protocol for insuring that semen for artificial insemination is free of HIV is presented. 21 other research experiments are suggested by title only, including 13 types of testing for studies of the immune response in malignancy.