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A dual role for Mannan-binding lectin-associated serine protease 2 (MASP-2) in HIV infection.
Molecular immunology - 1 Oct 2016
Boldt Angelica Beate Winter, Beltrame Márcia Holsbach, Catarino Sandra Jeremias, Meissner Caroline Grisbach, Tizzot Regina, Messias-Reason Iara Jose
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: Mannan-binding lectin (MBL) - associated serine protease 2 (MASP-2) co-activates the lectin pathway of complement in response to several viral infections. The quality of this response partly depends on MASP2 gene polymorphisms, which modulate MASP-2 function and serum levels. In this study we investigated a possible role of MASP2 polymorphisms, MASP-2 serum levels and MBL-mediated complement...
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