Small Animal Dermatology Q&A 04

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A photomicrograph of positive direct immunofluorescence testing from a skin biopsy in a dog is shown.

Question	Answer		Article
What pattern of immunofluorescence is shown?	The pattern is intercellular immunofluorescence.		Link to Article
What autoimmune skin diseases show this pattern?	This pattern of immunofluorescence is most commonly associated with the pemphigus complex (PF, pemphigus erythematosus, pemphigus vulgaris). Pemphigus erythematosus may show both intercellular and basement membrane deposition of antibodies.		Link to Article