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Polymorphism of the CD14 gene in perennial allergic rhinitis.
International journal of pediatric otorhinolaryngology - 1 Dec 2006
Kang Hee Joon, Choi Yun-Mi, Chae Sung Won, Woo Jeong-Soo, Hwang Soon Jae, Lee Heung-Man
Abstract excerpt
OBJECTIVES: Allergic diseases have strong genetic backgrounds. Recently, a C-T polymorphism in the promoter region of CD14 has been associated with phenotypes of atopy in some populations. The aim of this study was to investigate the association of CD14/-159 polymorphism with total serum IgE levels and number of positive skin prick tests in Korean population with perennial allergic rhinitis. STUDY DESIGN:...
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