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Does MBL2 codon 54 polymorphism play a role in the pathogenesis of psoriasis?
International journal of dermatology - 1 Jan 2014
Turan Hakan, Karkucak Mutlu, Yakut Tahsin, Ozsahin Mustafa, Gurlevik Zehra, Yanik Mehmet Emin, Ucgun Taner, Aliagaoglu Cihangir, Yaykasli Kursat Oguz
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BACKGROUND: Psoriasis is a T cell-mediated immune disease in which various cytokines, primarily tumor necrosis factor-α (TNF-α), are complexly involved. Mannose-binding lectin (MBL) gene polymorphisms decrease MBL serum levels, thereby increasing the synthesis of proinflammatory cytokines such as TNF-α. OBJECTIVES: This trial was designed to evaluate the role of the MBL2 codon 54 polymorphism in the pathogenesis...
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