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Host genetic factors influencing the outcome of hepatitis
1 Jul 1997
Abstract excerpt
A strong genetic component determining the outcome of hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection has been established through twin studies. The immunopathogenesis of HBV infection is well described and it has therefore been possible to predict some gene loci, exhibiting polymorphism, may influence the outcome of HBV infection. As expected, the immune response genes in the major histocompatibility complex (MHC) on the...
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