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Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (rs755622) gene polymorphism in vitiligo
Doaa Falih Hadi1, Abdel-Aziz Ibrahim El-Taweel1, Amany Ibrahim Mustafa1
1Department of Dermatology, Faculty of Medicine, Benha University, Benha, Egypt.
Irish Journal of Medical Science
|May 30, 2025
Summary
Genetic variations in the macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) gene (rs755622) are linked to vitiligo susceptibility. This specific gene polymorphism may increase the risk of developing vitiligo and potentially correlate with disease severity.
Area of Science:
- Immunogenetics
- Dermatology
- Human Genetics
Background:
- Vitiligo is a skin condition resulting from melanocyte destruction, with cellular immunity implicated in its development.
- Macrophage migration inhibitory factor (MIF) is a key immune mediator involved in cell-mediated immunity.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the association between the MIF (rs755622) gene polymorphism and vitiligo susceptibility.
- To investigate the relationship between this polymorphism and vitiligo severity and clinical subtypes.
Main Methods:
- A case-control study involving 50 vitiligo patients and 50 healthy controls.
- Polymerase chain reaction (PCR) was used to determine the single nucleotide polymorphism (SNP) of the MIF gene (rs755622).
Main Results:
- The GC, CC genotypes, and C allele of the MIF gene (rs755622) were significantly more prevalent in vitiligo patients compared to controls.
- These findings suggest a higher risk of vitiligo development associated with specific MIF gene variants.
Conclusions:
- The MIF gene polymorphism (rs755622) is potentially a risk factor for vitiligo susceptibility.
- This genetic variation may also be linked to a greater extent of disease in vitiligo patients.
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