Toll-like receptor 9 polymorphisms influence mother-to-child transmission of human immunodeficiency virus type 1

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>Toll-like receptors (TLRs) recognize pathogen-associated molecular patterns and play a crucial role in the host's innate immune response. Genetic variations in TLR genes may influence host-viral interactions and might impact upo...

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Main Authors: Giaquinto Carlo, Montagna Marco, Mosconi Ilaria, Zanchetta Marisa, Malacrida Sandro, Ricci Elisabetta, De Rossi Anita
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2010-05-01
Series:Journal of Translational Medicine
Online Access:http://www.translational-medicine.com/content/8/1/49

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