University of Pennsylvania: What a 'silenced' chromosome can tell us about autoimmunity
June 23, 2026
June 23, 2026
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, June 23 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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What a 'silenced' chromosome can tell us about autoimmunity
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common form of lupus, is an autoimmune disorder that occurs more frequently in women. Having multiple X chromosomes has been associated with an increased risk of developing lupus; however, the reason for this link is still not f . . .
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What a 'silenced' chromosome can tell us about autoimmunity
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Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), the most common form of lupus, is an autoimmune disorder that occurs more frequently in women. Having multiple X chromosomes has been associated with an increased risk of developing lupus; however, the reason for this link is still not f . . .