Association of CIITA (rs8048002) and CLEC2D (rs2114870) gene variants and type 1 diabetes mellitus
ConclusionThe rare C allele of CIITA rs8048002 genetic variant was associated with an increased risk of developing T1DM, while the less common A allele of CLEC2D rs2114870 was associated with a reduced risk of T1DM.
Source: Journal of Diabetes and Metabolic Disorders - Category: Endocrinology Source Type: research
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