Author Question: Explain the process of HLA types and disease susceptibility. What will be an ideal ... (Read 53 times)

joblessjake · **on:** Jun 25, 2018

Explain the process of HLA types and disease susceptibility.

What will be an ideal response?

Question 2

Canker sores are a relatively common inflammatory disease that involve the oral cavity. They are most often caused by ingesting fluids that are highly acidic such as lemonade and orange juice.

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

Ahernandez18 · **Reply #1 on:** Jun 25, 2018

Answer to Question 1

Inheritance of certain HLA antigen types predisposes to specific diseases such as HLA-B27 and spondyloarthropthie s. Although this type is found in only 4 of the population, it is present in 90 of those affected with spondyloarthropathy, indicating an increased propensity to develop the disease.

Answer to Question 2

False