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Single nucleotide polymorphisms at the TNFAIP3/A20 locus and susceptibility/resistance to inflammatory and autoimmune diseases.
Advances in experimental medicine and biology - 1 Jan 2014
Mele Alessandra, Cervantes Jesus Revuelta, Chien Victor, Friedman David, Ferran Christiane
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The anti-inflammatory and immune regulatory functions of the ubiquitin-editing and NF-kappaB inhibitory protein A20 are well documented in vitro, and in multiple animal models. The high rank held by A20 in the cell's physiologic anti-inflammatory defense mechanisms is highlighted by the striking phenotype of A20 knockout mice, characterized by cachexia, multi-organ failure, and premature death. Even partial...
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