Article
IRF-1 gene variations influence IgE regulation and atopy.
American journal of respiratory and critical care medicine - 15 Mar 2008
Schedel Michaela, Pinto Leonardo A, Schaub Bianca, Rosenstiel Philip, Cherkasov Dmitry, Cameron Lisa, Klopp Norman, Illig Thomas, Vogelberg Christian, Weiland Stephan K, von Mutius Erika, Lohoff Michael, Kabesch Michael
Abstract excerpt
RATIONALE: The development of atopic diseases is characterized by skewed immune responses to common allergens. Only recently, interferons have been identified to play a crucial role in these mechanisms. OBJECTIVES: Because interferon regulatory factor (IRF)-1 is critical for interferon expression...
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