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A functional polymorphism (-603A --> G) in the tissue factor gene promoter is associated with adult-onset asthma.
Journal of human genetics - 1 Mar 2010
Isada Akira, Konno Satoshi, Hizawa Nobuyuki, Tamari Mayumi, Hirota Tomomitsu, Harada Michishige, Maeda Yukiko, Hattori Takeshi, Takahashi Ayumu, Nishimura Masaharu
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Tissue factor (TF) is important for initiation of coagulation and for the increased thrombin activity observed at sites of inflammation. Thrombin activity is induced by allergen challenge in asthmatic airways and is involved in the pathogenesis of asthma. A -603A --> G polymorphism (rs1361600) in...
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