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Genetic variations of NLRP1: susceptibility in psoriasis.
The British journal of dermatology - 1 Dec 2014
Ekman A-K, Verma D, Fredrikson M, Bivik C, Enerbäck C
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: NACHT, LRR and PYD domain-containing protein (NLRP)1 is part of the inflammasome multiprotein complex involved in the production of interleukin (IL)-1β and IL-18, two cytokines strongly implicated in psoriasis pathogenesis. Genetic variations in NLRP1 are associated with a predisposition for chronic inflammatory conditions. OBJECTIVES: The aim of the study was to investigate the role of genetic...
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