T-cell subsets in atopic dermatitis.

The T-cell subpopulations as defined by monoclonal antibodies OKT4 and OKT8 have been evaluated in 17 children with severe atopic dermatitis and high IgE levels. Normal percentage and absolute number of total T-cells and helper and suppressor/cytotoxic subsets were found. No relationship could be established between the distribution of T-cell subsets, serum IgE levels or the severity of the eczema.