Published in Nature Communications · View the paper (DOI)
A large-scale genetic study found that variants of nine genes increase the risk of developing Addison's disease, a rare autoimmune disorder. The study identified specific gene variants associated with the disease, including the AIRE gene, which plays a crucial role in immune system function.
Coverage from 2 institutions
- Gene variants increase risk of Addison's disease Karolinska Institutet · Feb 11, 2021 · first to report
- New study identifies the main genetic causes of autoimmune Addison's disease The University of Bergen · Feb 12, 2021