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The chicken major histocompatibility complex and disease

S J Lamont1

  • 1Department of Animal Science, Iowa State University, Ames 50011-3150, USA.

Revue Scientifique Et Technique (International Office of Epizootics)
|June 25, 1998
PubMed
Summary

The chicken major histocompatibility complex (MHC) contains polymorphic genes linked to disease resistance. These MHC genes influence responses to various viral, bacterial, parasitic, and autoimmune diseases in chickens.

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Area of Science:

  • Immunogenetics
  • Comparative Genomics

Background:

  • The chicken major histocompatibility complex (MHC), also known as the B complex, is crucial for immune responses.
  • It comprises highly polymorphic gene clusters, with Class I and II antigens structurally similar to mammalian counterparts.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To elucidate the structure and function of the chicken MHC (B complex).
  • To explore the association of MHC genes with disease resistance in chickens.

Main Methods:

  • Serological blood-typing to identify B blood group antigens in the Class IV region.
  • Gene mapping to understand the organization of MHC-linked and unlinked elements, including the Rfp-Y system.

Main Results:

  • The chicken MHC (B complex) features polymorphic genes, including Class I, II, and IV regions.

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  • Class IV encodes B blood group antigens, identified via serological methods.
  • The Class III region shows divided elements, some MHC-linked and others not.
  • The Rfp-Y system, similar to MHC, maps to the same microchromosome.

    • Conclusions:

    • Chicken MHC genes are strong candidates for roles in disease resistance.
    • MHC genes are associated with varied disease responses, including neoplasia, bacterial, parasitic, and autoimmune conditions.