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[Anencephalus immunogenetic factor].

S Fujisawa, K Aoki, Y Yagami

    Nihon Sanka Fujinka Gakkai Zasshi
    |April 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Neural tube defects like anencephaly may be linked to the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) complex. Specific HLA-DR gene variations and homozygosity in offspring suggest an immunogenetic factor in the HLA-D region.

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    Area of Science:

    • Immunogenetics
    • Developmental Biology
    • Human Genetics

    Context:

    • The T/t complex in mice, associated with neural tube defects, is located near the H-2 complex (mouse MHC).
    • This suggests a potential analogous T/t-like complex near the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) complex.

    Purpose:

    • To investigate the association between anencephaly and the human leukocyte antigen (HLA) complex.
    • To analyze HLA-A, -B, -DR, -DRw52, -53, and DQ loci in parents with anencephaly and affected offspring.

    Summary:

    • A significantly higher frequency of the HLA-DR5 gene was observed in mothers with anencephaly compared to controls.
    • Increased HLA-DR materno-paternal compatibility was noted in couples with affected offspring.
    • Affected offspring exhibited increased homozygosity for HLA-DR, -DRw52, -53, and DQ loci.

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    Impact:

    • Findings suggest a potential anencephaly immunogenetic factor within the HLA-D region.
    • This research highlights the role of specific HLA alleles and genetic compatibility in anencephaly.
    • Further investigation into HLA-D region associations could inform diagnostic and preventative strategies for neural tube defects.