Abstract
The filaggrin protein is expressed as profilaggrin mainly in stratum granulosum cells of the epidermis. The profilaggrin gene codes for 10-12 filaggrin repeats. The filaggrin protein is important for skin barrier function. Filaggrin deficiency due to functional null-polymorphisms affects 8-10% of the people in Northern Europe and is a strong risk factor for several diseases. Here, we describe a novel method for efficient, multiplexed genotyping of variations in the profilaggrin gene.
Originalsprog | Engelsk |
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Tidsskrift | Clinica Chimica Acta |
Vol/bind | 413 |
Udgave nummer | 19-20 |
Sider (fra-til) | 1488-92 |
Antal sider | 5 |
ISSN | 0009-8981 |
DOI | |
Status | Udgivet - 2012 |