Genetic variants in the TIRAP gene are associated with increased risk of sepsis-associated acute lung injury

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Toll like receptors (TLRs) signaling pathways, including the adaptor protein Mal encoded by the TIRAP gene, play a central role in the development of acute lung injury (ALI). Recently, the <it>TIRAP </it>variants have bee...

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Main Authors: Jiang Jinjun, Yao Chenling, Shen Yao, Sun Zhan, Tong Chaoyang, Song Zhenju, Yin Jun, Gao Lei, Song Yuanlin, Bai Chunxue
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-11-01
Series:BMC Medical Genetics
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2350/11/168