Non-HLA region genes in insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.

doi:10.1016/s0950-351x(05)80139-9

Back to search

Article

Non-HLA region genes in insulin dependent diabetes mellitus.

Bailliere's clinical endocrinology and metabolism - 1 Sept 1991

Field L L

Abstract excerpt

The focus of this chapter is on the contribution of genes outside the HLA region to insulin dependent diabetes mellitus (IDDM) susceptibility. We review laboratory evidence for such genes from published studies and also present unpublished data from our recent research. The existence of genes pre...

Topics

Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
Genes
Genetic Linkage
Genetic Predisposition to Disease
Humans
Immunoglobulin Heavy Chains
Immunoglobulin Light Chains
Insulin
Receptors, Antigen, T-Cell

Community interpretation

Discuss the evidence

Ask a question, add context or challenge an interpretation. Community activity is separate from scientific evidence strength.

discussions

replies

Citations encouraged

Claims remain attributable.

No discussion yet

Be the first to add a careful, cited interpretation.