Alopecia Areata: Gene Expression in Skin Samples from Patients

    March 2001 in “ Clinics in dermatology ”
    A.J.G. McDonagh, A.G. Messenger
    Studysummary This study found that 363 genes were differentially expressed in alopecia areata skin compared to non-lesional skin, suggesting T-cell mediated immune responses and distinct gene profiles related to the disease's stage.
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