Article
B Cell Activating Factor (BAFF) and BAFF Receptor Expression in Autoimmune and Nonautoimmune Thyroid Diseases.
Thyroid : official journal of the American Thyroid Association - 1 Sept 2015
Campi Irene, Tosi Delfina, Rossi Stefania, Vannucchi Guia, Covelli Danila, Colombo Federico, Trombetta Elena, Porretti Laura, Vicentini Leonardo, Cantoni Gianmaria, Currò Nicola, Beck-Peccoz Paolo, Bulfamante Gaetano, Salvi Mario
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: The B cell activating factor (BAFF) is a member of the tumor necrosis factor family, which controls the survival/proliferation of B cells and is involved in the pathogenesis of a number of autoimmune diseases. The objective of the present study was to investigate the expression of BAFF and BAFF receptor (BAFF-R) in the thyroid tissue of patients affected with autoimmune thyroid disorders (AITD) or...
Read the complete abstract on PubMedTopics
Share this publication in a Topic to start or enrich a Post.
