Expression of MHC class I-related Chain B (MICB) molecules on renal transplant biopsies.
BACKGROUND: MICA and MICB (MHC class I-related chain A and B) are polymorphic genes that encode molecules related to MHC class I and are expressed on epithelial cells in response to stress. Incompatible donor MIC antigens can stimulate antibody production in transplant recipients. This study was de...
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Format: | Journal article |
Language: | English |
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2006
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