Unraveling the mysteries of Sjogren's syndrome: a closer look at the effects of hormones and genetics over time using the NOD.B10.H2b mouse model
Sjogren's Syndrome (SS) is characterized by lymphocytic infiltration, destruction and dysfunction of the lacrimal and salivary glands and the presence of serum autoantibodies. Although, approximately 0.5% of the population suffers from SS, there is a female predominance of 9:1 compared with mal...
Other Authors: | Seamon, Vanessa. |
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Format: | Others |
Language: | English |
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Florida Atlantic University
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Online Access: | http://purl.flvc.org/FAU/215292 |
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