Autoimmunity causing thyroid dysfunction.

Abstract excerpt

Considerable evidence for a genetically induced antigen-specific defect in suppressor T lymphocytes as the basis for AITD has been derived from several laboratories and via different types of experimental techniques. This defect may result from abnormal antigen presentation to T lymphocytes via an aberrant antigen-specific HLA-related gene. In addition, there is now evidence for additive effects on reducing...

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