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Genetic variation of toll-like receptor genes and infection by Mycobacterium avium ssp. paratuberculosis in Holstein-Friesian cattle.
Journal of dairy science - 1 Jul 2011
Ruiz-Larrañaga O, Manzano C, Iriondo M, Garrido J M, Molina E, Vazquez P, Juste R A, Estonba A
Abstract excerpt
Toll-like receptors (TLR) are membrane proteins that play a key role in innate immunity, by recognizing pathogens and subsequently activating appropriate responses. Mutations in TLR genes are associated with susceptibility to inflammatory and infectious diseases in humans. In cattle, 3 members of the TLR family, TLR1, TLR2, and TLR4, are associated with Mycobacterium avium ssp. paratuberculosis infection,...
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