A genetic mutation in Africans suffering from HIV infection increases their risk of developing tuberculosis, a new study conducted by researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania reveals. Africans have some of the highest rates of TB in the world, and it has long been suspected that genetic susceptibility plays a role. However, establishing candidate genes across populations to gauge risk has remained a challenge. Now, ...Saturday, 27 July 2013
Genetic Mutation Responsible for Increased Risk of Tuberculosis Among Africans Identified
A genetic mutation in Africans suffering from HIV infection increases their risk of developing tuberculosis, a new study conducted by researchers from the Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania reveals. Africans have some of the highest rates of TB in the world, and it has long been suspected that genetic susceptibility plays a role. However, establishing candidate genes across populations to gauge risk has remained a challenge. Now, ...
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