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Polymorphisms in the interferon-induced helicase (IFIH1) locus and susceptibility to Addison's disease.
Clinical endocrinology - 1 Feb 2013
Zurawek Magdalena, Fichna Marta, Januszkiewicz Danuta, Fichna Piotr, Nowak Jerzy
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OBJECTIVE: The interferon-induced helicase C domain-containing protein 1 (IFIH1) gene encodes a sensor for double-stranded RNA that initiates antiviral activity against enteroviruses. Previous investigations have indicated a role for IFIH1 in autoimmunity, as common and rare polymorphisms in this gene have been associated with type 1 diabetes. We hypothesized that polymorphisms in the IFIH1 locus may play a role...
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