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Value of HLA-DR genotype in systemic lupus erythematosus and lupus nephritis: a meta-analysis.
International journal of rheumatic diseases - 1 Jan 2015
Niu Zhili, Zhang Pingan, Tong Yongqing
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AIM: Human leukocyte antigen (HLA)-DRB1 allele polymorphisms have been reported to be associated with systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) susceptibility, but the results of these previous studies have been inconsistent. The purpose of the present study was to systematically summarize and explore whether specific HLA-DRB1 alleles confer susceptibility or resistance to SLE and lupus nephritis. METHODS: This review...
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