University of Kansas researchers discover that a gene mutation (PTPN22 1858C>T) linked to autoimmune diseases may also provide viral infection protection.
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A common mutation linked to autoimmune diseases may protect people from viral infections
1 In 10 People North America Gene mutation prevalence
PTPN22 1858C>T (R620W) Gene studied
Type 1 Diabetes, Lupus Autoimmune conditions linked
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PTPN22 Mutation 1858C>T viral protection potential