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Functional analysis of SAND mutations in AIRE supports dominant inheritance of the G228W mutation.
Human mutation - 1 Oct 2005
Ilmarinen Tanja, Eskelin Petra, Halonen Maria, Rüppell Taina, Kilpikari Riika, Torres Gilberto Duran, Kangas Hannele, Ulmanen Ismo
Abstract excerpt
Autoimmune polyendocrinopathy candidiasis ectodermal dystrophy (APECED) is a rare disorder caused by mutations in the autoimmune regulator gene (AIRE) and characterized by a variable combination of organ-specific autoimmune diseases. Studies on AIRE-deficient mice suggest that AIRE is an important factor in the establishment and maintenance of self-tolerance. The AIRE protein contains several structural domains...
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