[Genetic background of atopy]

Pediatr Pol. 1996 Jan;71(1):7-10.
[Article in Polish]

Abstract

The paper presents contemporary views on atopic inheritance patterns. Results of molecular studies are presented which map genes linked with disturbances in IgE to chromosomes 5 and 11. The role of HLA antigens in atopic reaction mechanisms is also discussed.

Publication types

  • Editorial
  • English Abstract

MeSH terms

  • Chromosome Mapping
  • Chromosomes, Human, Pair 11*
  • Chromosomes, Human, Pair 5*
  • HLA Antigens / immunology
  • Humans
  • Hypersensitivity, Immediate / genetics*
  • Hypersensitivity, Immediate / immunology
  • Immunoglobulin E / genetics

Substances

  • HLA Antigens
  • Immunoglobulin E