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Variants of human DECTIN-1 rs16910526 are linked to differential reactive oxygen species production and susceptibility to tuberculosis.
Journal of biomedical science - 5 Aug 2024
Cufré Mónica, Pastorini Mercedes, Martín Ignacio, Failde Rodrigo, Palmero Domingo, Alemán Mercedes
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BACKGROUND: Dectin-1 is a transmembrane receptor that plays a pivotal role in recognising fungi and Mycobacterium tuberculosis (Mtb). A specific variant, DECTIN-1 rs16910526, results in a truncated receptor that disrupts membrane expression and ligand binding and is clinically associated with recurrent cutaneous mycoses. Previous research has clarified the role of Dectin-1 in boosting immune defenses against...
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