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STAT6 polymorphisms are associated with neonatal regulatory T cells and cytokines and atopic diseases at 3 years.
Allergy - 1 Oct 2013
Casaca V I, Illi S, Klucker E, Ballenberger N, Schedel M, von Mutius E, Kabesch M, Schaub B
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BACKGROUND: The transcription factor STAT6 is crucial for activation of the interleukin (IL)-4/IL-13 pathway and has been linked to regulatory T cells (Tregs). Associations of STAT6 polymorphisms with IgE levels were described; however, their impact on neonatal immune responses and early disease development is unknown. METHODS: STAT6 polymorphisms were genotyped in cord blood mononuclear cells by matrix-assisted...
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