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Mannose-binding lectin gene polymorphism and chronic hepatitis B infection in children.
Saudi journal of gastroenterology : official journal of the Saudi Gastroenterology Association - 1 Jan 2000
Erdemir Gulin, Ozkan Tanju B, Ozgur Taner, Budak Ferah, Kilic Sara S, Onay Huseyin
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND/AIMS: Mannose-binding lectin (MBL) is a member of innate immune system that activates complement system through lectin pathway. MBL deficiency is associated with susceptibility to infectious diseases. In this study, the relation between MBL gene polymorphism and chronic hepatitis B infection in children is evaluated. PATIENTS AND METHODS: The study included 67 children with chronic hepatitis B and 99...
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