A new model defines the minimal set of polymorphism in HLA-DQ and -DR that determines susceptibility and resistance to autoimmune diabetes
<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The mechanism underlying autoimmune diabetes has been difficult to define. There is a strong genetic contribution and numerous studies associate the major histocompatibility complex, especially the class II region, with predispositio...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2008-10-01
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| Series: | Biology Direct |
| Online Access: | http://www.biology-direct.com/content/3/1/42 |