Saudi-Arabia. 1  With the exception of the province of Asir on the western coast, Saudi Arabia has a desert climate characterized by extreme heat during the day, an abrupt drop in temperature at night, and very low annual rainfall. Because of the influence of a subtropical high-pressure system, there is considerable variation in temperature and humidity.
However, some people who have IgA deficiency experience recurrent respiratory tract infections, asthma, sinus infections, allergies and diarrhea. Selective IgA deficiency may also be found with autoimmune disease, in which your immune system attacks particular organs or tissues in your own body. Common autoimmune conditions found with IgA deficiency include rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and celiac disease.
What It Is. An IgA test measures the blood level of immunoglobulin A, one of the most common antibodies in the body. Antibodies are proteins made by the immune system to fight bacteria, viruses, and toxins.IgA is found in high concentrations in the body's mucous membranes, particularly the respiratory passages and gastrointestinal tract, as well as in saliva and tears.IgA also plays a role in allergic reactions.ntibodies are proteins made by the immune system to fight bacteria, viruses, and toxins. IgA is found in high concentrations in the body's mucous membranes, particularly the respiratory passages and gastrointestinal tract, as well as in saliva and tears. IgA also plays a role in allergic reactions.