Association between the ABO blood group and the human intestinal microbiota composition

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>The mucus layer covering the human intestinal epithelium forms a dynamic surface for host-microbial interactions. In addition to the environmental factors affecting the intestinal equilibrium, such as diet, it is well established tha...

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Main Authors: Mäkivuokko Harri, Lahtinen Sampo J, Wacklin Pirjo, Tuovinen Elina, Tenkanen Heli, Nikkilä Janne, Björklund Marika, Aranko Kari, Ouwehand Arthur C, Mättö Jaana
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-06-01
Series:BMC Microbiology
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2180/12/94