Investigating associations between HLA DQA1  ~ DQB1 haplotypes, H. pylori infection, metaplasia, and anti-CagA IgA seropositivity in a Turkish gastritis cohort

In conclusion, HLA DQA1  ~ DQB1 polymorphisms are crucial as host defense mechanisms against CagAH. pylori since antigen binding capacity plays a crucial role in anti-CagA IgA production.
Source: Immunogenetics - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research