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Expression quantitative trait loci analysis in rheumatoid arthritis identifies tissue specific variants associated with severity and outcome.
Annals of the rheumatic diseases - 15 Feb 2024
Goldmann Katriona, Spiliopoulou Athina, Iakovliev Andrii, Plant Darren, Nair Nisha, Cubuk Cankut, McKeigue Paul, Barnes Michael R, Barton Anne, Pitzalis Costantino, Lewis Myles J
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OBJECTIVE: Genome-wide association studies have successfully identified more than 100 loci associated with susceptibility to rheumatoid arthritis (RA). However, our understanding of the functional effects of genetic variants in causing RA and their effects on disease severity and response to treatment remains limited. METHODS: In this study, we conducted expression quantitative trait locus (eQTL) analysis to...
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