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Polymorphism of the Helicobacter pylori feoB gene in Korea: a possible relation with iron-deficiency anemia?
Helicobacter - 1 Aug 2004
Jeon Byung Ha, Oh Yoo Joung, Lee Na Gyong, Choe Yon Ho
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BACKGROUND: Helicobacter pylori is a causative agent of gastritis, and H. pylori infection is thought to be correlated with iron-deficiency anemia (IDA) at puberty. The H. pylori feoB gene product, a high-affinity ferrous iron transporter, plays a central role in iron acquisition and virulence. This study was undertaken to analyze H. pylori feoB status according to clinical data, including antral gastritis with...
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