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Identification of single nucleotide polymorphisms in Toll-like receptor candidate genes associated with tuberculosis infection in water buffalo (Bubalus bubalis).
BMC genetics - 14 Dec 2014
Alfano Flora, Peletto Simone, Lucibelli Maria Gabriella, Borriello Giorgia, Urciuolo Giovanna, Maniaci Maria Grazia, Desiato Rosanna, Tarantino Michela, Barone Amalia, Pasquali Paolo, Acutis Pier Luigi, Galiero Giorgio
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BACKGROUND: Toll-like receptors play a key role in innate immunity by recognizing pathogens and activating appropriate responses. Pathogens express several signal molecules (pathogen-associated molecular patterns, PAMPs) essential for survival and pathogenicity. Recognition of PAMPs triggers an array of anti-microbial immune responses through the induction of various inflammatory cytokines. The objective of this...
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