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HLA A*02 allele and B-associated haplotype diversity in Indians.
British journal of biomedical science - 1 Jan 2003
Shankarkumar U
Abstract excerpt
Human leucocyte antigen (HLA) A2 is the most heterogeneous allele at the HLA A locus, with approximately 56 different subtypes. Substantial heterogeneity in A*02 distribution has been observed in populations worldwide. HLA A2 allele distribution varies (4-25%) in different Indian populations and castes. HLA B40 is the most common allele associated with A2 haplotypes. In this study, molecular A*02 subtyping in...
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