[The HLA gene complex].

Article

[The HLA gene complex].

Infusionstherapie und Transfusionsmedizin - 1 Jun 1994

Mayr W R

Abstract excerpt

The genetic structure of the HLA gene complex, which represents the major histocompatibility complex of man, is described. The polymorphisms at the various HLA loci as well as the biologic function of the HLA system with respect to the immune response are discussed.

Topics

Alleles
Chromosome Mapping
Genes, MHC Class I
Genes, MHC Class II
HLA Antigens
Humans
Immunocompetence
Polymorphism, Genetic
Polymorphism, Restriction Fragment Length

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