Record #:

26023

Author(s):

Spivey, Angela

Abstract:

Researchers devised a new theory about how some autoimmune diseases work. Contrary to previous beliefs, autoimmunity is suspected to be triggered by antisense proteins. The theory is that genetic makeup and other factors come together to cause autoimmune diseases.

Source:

Endeavors (NoCar LD 3941.3 A3), Vol. 20 Issue 3, Spring 2004, p27-32, il, por

Subject(s):

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill--Medical schools