Newly identified non-HLA mutations may further increase Celiac Disease risk
Nearly everyone who suffers from celiac disease will test positive for the HLA DQ2 and/or the DQ8 DNA haplotype. However, although the majority of celiac disease patients have the HLA DQ2 and/or DQ8 haplotype, not [...]
Identification of a DNA type which can protect against Celiac Disease
The HLA DQ2 and DQ8 haplotypes are two genetic variations that have long been known to be associated with an increased risk of celiac disease. Most people who develop celiac disease carry either the DQ2 [...]