Article
Impact of host genetics on susceptibility to human Chlamydia trachomatis disease.
British journal of biomedical science - 1 Jan 2002
Mahdi Olaimatu S M
Abstract excerpt
Evidence that host genetic factors play a major role in susceptibility or resistance to many infectious diseases is increasing, due to major advances in genetic epidemiological methodology. Recent human genome mapping information and the identification of a large number of candidate genes provide the tools for such studies. The information obtained is important for understanding the pathogenesis of disease and...
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