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Gene critical to type 1 diabetes identified
A gene that plays an important role in the development of type 1 diabetes was identified by a team
of scientists at the Institute for Medical Research of the North Shore-Long Island Jewish (LIJ), New York.
The gene is in charge with building an immune system messenger called MIF (macrophage migration inhibitory factor)
a very important protein elevated in insulin-process cells from pancreas. The identification of this gene is a huge chance
for new drugs and gene therapy.
"We've shown that the MIF gene is crucial for the development of type 1 diabetes. While it's very likely that multiple genes
are involved, our findings provide evidence that blocking this particular protein is a promising approach for fighting diabetes,"
said Al-Abed. (ANI)
Type 1 diabetes, is generated by an impossibility of the body to produce insulin and can develope serious complications like heart disease,
kidney disease and blindness
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