Autism and KIR genes of the human genome: A brief meta-analysis

ConclusionsAutism spectrum disorders are accompanied by KIR3DS1 which is an activating gene of KIR. It seems that hyper-activity of NK cells results in inflammation in neuroimmune system that in turn can be associated with autism. The legend of 3DS1 receptor is unknown, and suggested to be investigated. This meta-analysis should be updated in future.
Source: Egyptian Journal of Medical Human Genetics - Category: Genetics & Stem Cells Source Type: research