Association between polymorphisms on chromosome 17q12-q21 and rhinovirus-induced interferon responses

Single nucleotide polymorphisms (SNPs) in genes on chromosome 17q12-q21 are associated with childhood-onset asthma and rhinovirus-induced wheezing. There is little mechanistic data linking chromosome 17q12-q21 to wheezing illness.

Source: Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology - March 15, 2024 Category: Allergy & Immunology Authors: Eteri Regis, Sara Fontanella, John A. Curtin, Angela Pinot de Moira, Michael R. Edwards, Clare S. Murray, Angela Simpson, Sebastian L. Johnston, Adnan Custovic Source Type: research