Article
[HLA genetic markers and auto-antibody profile in a Mapuche family with a case affected of type 1 diabetes].
Revista medica de Chile - 1 Jan 2004
Asenjo Sylvia, Gleisner Andrea, Pérez Francisco
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Type 1 diabetes (DM1) is caused by an autoimmune process that destroys beta cells of pancreas. Not all carriers of susceptible HLA genes and positive for autoantibodies develop the disease. Environmental factors play a role in triggering the autoimmune process. AIM: To analyze an exceptional case of DM1 in a Mapuche family in the context of genetic, immunological and environmental factors. SUBJECTS...
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