METHODS AND MATERIALS FOR ASSESSING RESPONSE TO PLASMABLAST- AND PLASMA CELL-DEPLETING THERAPIES

摘要

The present disclosure relates to anti-CD38 antibodies and their use as therapeutics and diagnostics. The present disclosure further relates to methods of treating autoimmune diseases, such as systemic lupus erythematosus and rheumatoid arthritis. The present disclosure further relates to diagnostic assay methods for identifying patients having autoimmune diseases for treatment.