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Differences in promoter DNA methylation and mRNA expression of individual alleles of the HLA class II DQA1 gene.
Immunology letters - 1 Oct 2015
Zajacova Marta, Kotrbova-Kozak Anna, Cepek Pavel, Cerna Marie
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OBJECTIVES: Extensive polymorphism of HLA class II genes is not restricted to the coding region of the gene. It extends also to the linked promoter region, where it forms the basis for different levels of individual allele's expression. Differential expression of HLA class II alleles can shape an immune response and influence the risk of developing autoimmune disease. In addition to genetic variability, variation...
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