Article
Gender-specific association between -1082 IL-10 promoter polymorphism and longevity.
Genes and immunity - 1 Feb 2002
Lio D, Scola L, Crivello A, Colonna-Romano G, Candore G, Bonafè M, Cavallone L, Franceschi C, Caruso C
Abstract excerpt
Ageing is characterized by a pro-inflammatory status, which could contribute to the onset of major age-related diseases. Thus, genetic variations in pro- or anti-inflammatory cytokines might influence successful ageing and longevity. IL-10 is an appropriate candidate because it exerts powerful in...
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