Role of the Autoimmune Regulator (AIRE) Gene in Alopecia Areata: Strong Association of a Potentially Functional AIRE Polymorphism With Alopecia Universalis

    December 2002 in “ Tissue Antigens ”
    Rachid Tazi‐Ahnini, Michael J. Cork, David J. Gawkrodger … Andrew G. Messenger
    Studysummary In this study, researchers found that the AIRE G961C variant is a significant risk factor for severe alopecia areata and early-onset cases, particularly in patients with alopecia universalis.
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