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Expression of BAFF, APRIL, and cognate receptor genes in lupus nephritis and potential use as urinary biomarkers
17 Dec 2019
Abstract excerpt
BACKGROUND: B-cell activating factor (BAFF), a proliferation-inducing ligand (APRIL), and their receptors BAFF-R, BCMA, and TACI are crucial factors for the survival of B lymphocytes. Recent evidence has also demonstrated the importance of BAFF/APRIL signaling in lupus nephritis (LN). This study evaluated the relationships between LN clinical characteristics and the urinary expression levels of BAFF, APRIL, and...
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