Abstract
Objective. To investigate the relation of HLA-DMA and DMB alleles to the development of systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). Methods. We studied HLA- DMA and DMB alleles in 108 patients with SLE and 138 healthy controls using the amplification created restriction site method. Results. The phenotypic frequency of HLA-DMA*0104 was significantly higher in patients with SLE than in healthy controls. The HLA-DMA and DMB alleles were not related to clinical manifestations and various laboratory tests in patients with SLE. Conclusion. HLA-DMA*0104 may be associated with the susceptibility of SLE.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 1930-1933 |
Number of pages | 4 |
Journal | Journal of Rheumatology |
Volume | 26 |
Issue number | 9 |
State | Published - 1999 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- HLA-DMA
- HLA-DMB
- MHC
- Systemic lupus erythematosus