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A full genome search in multiple sclerosis

G C Ebers1, K Kukay, D E Bulman

  • 1Department of Clinical Neurological Science, London Health Science Center, University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario, Canada.

Nature Genetics
|August 1, 1996
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This study investigated genetic factors for multiple sclerosis (MS). Genome scans identified potential susceptibility loci on chromosomes 2, 3, 5, 11, and X, with evidence for a modest locus near the HLA region.

Area of Science:

  • Genetics
  • Neuroimmunology
  • Epidemiology

Background:

  • Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a complex autoimmune disorder with uncertain etiology.
  • Familial risk is increased, suggesting a genetic component, but environmental factors also play a role.
  • Previous candidate gene studies have yielded limited results.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To conduct a genome-wide search for susceptibility loci in multiple sclerosis.
  • To evaluate potential genetic linkage and association in sibling pair datasets.
  • To identify novel genetic regions contributing to MS heritability.

Main Methods:

  • Genome-wide scan utilizing 257 microsatellite markers in 100 sibling pairs.
  • Analysis of two additional datasets (44 and 78 sibling pairs) for replication and fine-mapping.

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  • Transmission Disequilibrium Test (TDT) applied to evaluate linkage disequilibrium.

    • Main Results:

    • Five loci with maximum lod scores (MLS) >1 identified on chromosomes 2, 3, 5, 11, and X.
    • A modest susceptibility locus suggested by TDT near the HLA region on 6p21 (D6S461).
    • Multipoint MLS of 1.6 for a locus on chromosome 5p across all datasets.

    Conclusions:

    • The findings support a polygenic model for MS susceptibility, involving epistatic interactions between multiple genes.
    • Genetic epidemiological evidence points towards several interacting genes determining heritable susceptibility to MS.
    • Further investigation is warranted for identified loci and regions, particularly near the HLA complex.