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Title
The effect of BDNF gene variants on asthma in German children.
Authors
Zeilinger, S; Pinto, L A; Nockher, W A; Depner, M; Klopp, N; Illig, T; von Mutius, E; Renz, H; Kabesch, M
Abstract
Allergic inflammation can trigger neuronal dysfunction and structural changes in the airways and the skin. Levels of brain-derived neurotrophic factor (BDNF) are strongly up regulated at the location of allergic inflammation.