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CNR2 functional variant (Q63R) influences childhood immune thrombocytopenic purpura.
Haematologica - 1 Dec 2011
Rossi Francesca, Mancusi Silvia, Bellini Giulia, Roberti Domenico, Punzo Francesca, Vetrella Simona, Matarese Sofia Maria Rosaria, Nobili Bruno, Maione Sabatino, Perrotta Silverio
Abstract excerpt
Immune thrombocytopenic purpura is an acquired autoimmune disorder that is the most common cause of thrombocytopenia in children. The endocannabinoid system is involved in immune regulation. We evaluated a common missense variant (CAA/CGG; Q63R) of the gene encoding the cannabinoid receptor type...
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