An autoantibody is an antibody (a type of protein) produced by the immune system that is directed against one or more of the individual's own proteins. Many autoimmune diseases (notably lupus erythematosus) are caused by such autoantibodies.
Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), also known as C8 and perfluorooctanoate, is a synthetic perfluorinated carboxylic acid and fluorosurfactant.FOA has widespread applications. In 1976, PFOA was reported as a water and oil repellent in fabrics and leather and in the production of floor waxes and waxed papers ; however, it is believed that paper is no longer treated with perfluorinated compounds, but with fluorotelomers with less than 0.1% PFOA.
What to do and where to stay in London's SW8 neighbourhood. The SW8 postcode takes in the area of South Lambeth and Nine Elms, as well as parts of Vauxhall and Battersea.Largely a residential area, SW8 is centred on the New Covent Market, a large wholesale fruit, vegetables and flowers market.The name Lambeth means landing place for lambs in Old English and refers to a harbour on the Thames where lambs were either shipped from or to, back as late as the 11th century.argely a residential area, SW8 is centred on the New Covent Market, a large wholesale fruit, vegetables and flowers market. The name Lambeth means landing place for lambs in Old English and refers to a harbour on the Thames where lambs were either shipped from or to, back as late as the 11th century.