Environment Interaction Seen As Next Step in Lupus Genetics

Tuesday, May 22, 2007

Family genetic linkage studies, candidate gene analysis, and whole genome scans have helped researchers identify several gene polymorphisms associated with a high risk for systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE). This work will help researchers put these genes into context, Marta E. Alarcón-Riquelme, MD, PhD, will report at the 8th International Congress on SLE.