I&I) Host Genetics And Infectious Disease Flashcards

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Genetic basis for certain people being resistant to malaria. What other genes can be associated with malaria

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Alpha and beta globin — HLA b and HLA drb1

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How could someone be resistant to HIV genetically. What drug is associated with this mechanism

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How can someone be genetically susceptible to TB infection and why

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What genes in the IL-12 / IFN gamma axis cause disease

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